A fire broke out in a hotel located in the Çuhallı Çarşısı area of Akçakoca district in the morning hours. The fire, which started for reasons that are still unknown in the kitchen of the hotel, quickly engulfed the entire building in smoke. Upon receiving the report, the fire department was dispatched to the scene.
Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire in half an hour, and the smoke that had filled the hotel was evacuated. About 10 people, including kitchen staff and guests staying at the hotel, were affected by the smoke. Those affected by the smoke were taken to hospitals in Düzce, Akçakoca, and Ereğli for treatment by health teams, and their conditions were reported to be stable. As a precautionary measure, all guests staying at the hotel were evacuated.
An investigation has been launched into the cause of the fire. The quick response of the fire department helped prevent any serious injuries or casualties. The authorities are working to determine the exact cause of the fire and ensure that necessary measures are taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. The hotel will remain closed until it is deemed safe for guests to return.
Local residents and businesses in the area expressed their relief that the fire was contained quickly and that there were no reported fatalities. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety measures in buildings, especially in places like hotels where many people gather. The cooperation between the fire department, health teams, and local authorities was crucial in managing the situation effectively and ensuring the safety of everyone involved. Efforts are underway to assess the damage caused by the fire and to support the hotel in its recovery process.
