In brief
In the predawn hours of January 22, 2025, a fire erupted in the Grand Kartal Hotel in Bolu, Turkey, shocking families and friends who had come to ski over the winter break. Among those tragically lost were a brother and sister who sent desperate messages to their family for help, indicating they were trapped with no way to reach their parents or emergency services. Survivors reported a lack of fire alarms and escapes, raising questions about safety standards, especially since an engineers union noted that the hotel reportedly lacked a sprinkler system. As mourners continue to grapple with the loss, investigations into the incident are likely to unfold.
Tragic Ski Resort Fire Claims Lives in Turkey A devastating fire at a Turkish ski hotel has left 76 people dead, leading to mourning and outrage.In the predawn hours of January 22, 2025, a fire erupted in the Grand Kartal Hotel in Bolu, Turkey, shocking families and friends who had come to ski over the winter break. Among those tragically lost were a brother and sister who sent desperate messages to their family for help, indicating they were trapped with no way to reach their parents or emergency services. Survivors reported a lack of fire alarms and escapes, raising questions about safety standards, especially since an engineers union noted that the hotel reportedly lacked a sprinkler system. As mourners continue to grapple with the loss, investigations into the incident are likely to unfold.
