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A major fire at a hotel near Hamburg’s central train station early on Sunday left 14 people injured, including one in critical condition, authorities confirmed. Firefighters responded to the blaze shortly after midnight with a large-scale operation, evacuating guests and battling flames that engulfed multiple floors of the building. The incident marks one of the most serious fire emergencies in the city this year, prompting an immediate investigation into its cause.
According to reports from *Tagesspiegel* and *Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung*, the fire broke out in a hotel located close to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, the city’s main railway hub. Emergency services deployed dozens of firefighters, fire engines, and rescue units to contain the blaze, which sent thick plumes of smoke into the night sky. Fourteen individuals, including hotel staff and guests, were treated for injuries ranging from smoke inhalation to burns, with one person airlifted to a nearby hospital in a life-threatening condition .
Local authorities have not yet determined the origin of the fire, though initial assessments suggest it may have started in a guest room or a section of the hotel’s upper floors. The building suffered significant structural damage, with firefighters working through the early hours to bring the situation under control. Authorities have urged residents and travelers in the area to avoid the vicinity as investigations continue.
The incident follows a series of destructive fires across Europe over the weekend, including a fatal blaze in London that claimed three lives and a wildfire in Cyprus that scorched six hectares of land. In Sweden, a deadly villa fire outside Svenljunga left one person dead and two teenagers hospitalized, while Los Angeles remains under a state of emergency due to a warehouse fire that has choked the city in smoke for days .
Hamburg’s fire brigade has launched a full inquiry, with forensic experts examining the site for clues. The city’s mayor is expected to address the public later today regarding safety measures and potential regulatory changes in response to the fire. In the meantime, emergency services have advised the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity near hotels or high-density residential buildings.
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