Sunday, January 27, 2013

More than 245 People Die in Brazilian Nightclub Fire

Fox News Television is reporting:

At least 245 people dead after fire sweeps through nightclub in Southern Brazil. . .

Security refused to allow club-goers from leaving as fire broke out because they hadn't paid their tab.

The nightclub is one of the largest in Santa Maria, Brazil.  Club was full because of local celebrations.

Authorities were on the scene quickly, but had difficulty getting in, breaking down the walls to allow the smoke out of the building.  It is believed most deaths were due to smoke inhalation.

A search for bodies is on-going.

Read more about the event:

At least 245 die in Brazilian nightclub fire 'after indoor fireworks display during band performance'
Death toll still unknown and may be higher as more bodies are pulled from wreckage while hundreds more are expected to be injured

Official cause unknown, but reports claim it was caused by a firework during a band performance

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