Absolutely tragic news from Turkey. At least 66 people have died in a fire that swept through a popular ski resort hotel, forcing some to leap from windows to escape.
The horrific blaze erupted at 03:27 local time (00:27 GMT) at the 12-storey, wooden-clad Grand Kartal Hotel in Bolu, during a busy holiday period when 234 guests were staying there.
Initially, the death toll stood at 10, but Turkey’s interior ministry later confirmed a significant increase. At least two fatalities were reported from individuals attempting to jump to safety.
Firefighters battled the flames for 12 hours before finally extinguishing the fire. Four people, including the hotel owner, have been arrested, according to the justice minister.
