Tragic Fire at Iraqi Wedding Ceremony Claims 113 Lives and Injures Over 150
In a devastating turn of events, a wedding ceremony in the Iraqi city of Hamdaniya, located in the Nineveh province, was marred by a tragic fire incident. The incident unfolded as over a thousand attendees gathered to celebrate the joyous occasion.
Preliminary investigations conducted by the Iraqi Ministry of Civil Defense point to the cause of the fire being fireworks used during the celebration. Further inquiries are ongoing to shed light on the exact circumstances surrounding this heartbreaking incident.
🚨 #BREAKING: Heartbreaking scenes emerge from the wedding hall fire in Mosul, Iraq. Sources now report a tragic increase in the death toll, with 150 lives lost. 💔🙏 #Mosul #Iraq #BreakingNews #iraqi pic.twitter.com/1ogBfzal1w— Bablyon Bulletin (@BabylonBulletin) September 26, 2023
Reports from local sources have confirmed the loss of 113 lives, with more than 150 individuals suffering injuries during the incident. Rescue efforts are currently underway to provide assistance to those affected. Injured individuals are being swiftly transported to hospitals for urgent medical attention. Concerns linger over the possibility of additional casualties arising from this unfortunate incident.
This tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safety measures during public gatherings and events, and authorities are committed to ensuring a thorough investigation to prevent such incidents in the future. Our thoughts and condolences go out to the victims and their families during this difficult time.