At least 22 killed in fire at wedding party in Congo’s Kinshasa
A devastating fire at a wedding party in Kinshasa claimed at least twenty-two lives. The blaze erupted overnight Friday and continued into Saturday morning in t…
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A devastating fire at a wedding party in Kinshasa claimed at least twenty-two lives. The blaze erupted overnight Friday and continued into Saturday morning in the Lingwala district. Many people were injured as they attempted to escape the rapidly spreading flames. Narrow hallways caused congestion, hindering escape efforts for those trapped inside. The exact cause of the tragic fire remains unconfirmed by authorities.40
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