Turkey Mourns Victims of Ski Resort Hotel Fire as Investigation Unfolds

Sat Jul 19 2025 01:59:59 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Turkey Mourns Victims of Ski Resort Hotel Fire as Investigation Unfolds

A tragic hotel fire in a Turkish ski resort leaves the nation mourning as authorities investigate safety regulations.


Turkey is collectively grieving for the 79 lives lost in a catastrophic hotel fire that struck the Grand Kartal Hotel in Bolu during a holiday peak. The blaze erupted overnight, igniting during the busy winter season when 234 guests were present. It took emergency responders over 12 hours to extinguish the flames. While nine individuals, including the hotel's proprietor, have been detained amid scrutiny over adherence to safety codes, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has vowed accountability for any negligence involved in the disaster. Flags have been lowered in honor of the deceased, many of whom are now being identified, with the tragic death toll confirming that families endured devastating losses—including multiple casualties within single families. Among the victims are prominent local figures, including doctors and educators, drawing a significant public outpouring of grief as tributes surface.

The unfolding investigation aims to clarify the cause of the fire, reported to have initiated on the restaurant's fourth floor, as questions surrounding the hotel's compliance with safety measures arise. Notably, eyewitness accounts suggest that many guests were unware of alarms or escape routes, raising alarms over structural safety regulations. As survivors and relatives mourn, Turkey is left to confront a profound loss while seeking justice and safety improvements in hospitality standards to prevent future tragedies.

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