At least 16 people have died in a devastating fire at a nursing home in Manado, located on Indonesia’s Sulawesi island. Three others suffering from burns have been admitted to hospital, according to Reuters, citing Indonesian news agency Antara.
Manado police official Alamsyah P. Hasibuan told Antara News that the fire broke out late Sunday night and was brought under control early Monday morning. The cause of the blaze has not yet been confirmed, but police have already launched an investigation.
Indonesian broadcaster Metro TV released footage showing flames rapidly engulfing the building as residents cried out for help while trying to escape.
Manado Fire Service chief Jimmy Ratinsulu said most of the residents were elderly and physically weak, leaving them trapped inside once the fire spread — a factor that made rescue operations even more difficult.
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