In a tragic incident in Manlleu, Barcelona, five people lost their lives overnight due to a fire in an apartment building on Montseny Street. The fire reportedly originated in a storage room that had been converted into a living space on the roof of a five-story building. Firefighters have not yet determined the cause of the fire, but they confirmed that the occupants were unable to escape when the blaze erupted.

Emergency services, including 13 fire crews from the Generalitat, responded quickly after receiving multiple calls to 112 reporting the fire and smoke in the building's stairwell at around 9:10 PM. Upon arrival, firefighters found that the building had been evacuated, and the fire was declared extinguished shortly after. However, when teams entered the building, they discovered the first of the deceased, leading to a tragic toll on the local community.

The incident raises concerns regarding fire safety measures in residential buildings, especially concerning unauthorized modifications such as living in converted storage spaces, which pose significant risks. Local authorities and the fire department are likely to investigate the situation thoroughly to prevent future tragedies and ensure safety protocols are reinforced in the region.