A tragic fire broke out in a storage area of a five-story building located in Manlleu, approximately 80 km north of Barcelona, leading to the death of five young people. Reports indicate that the victims were unable to escape the upper floor of the building for reasons that are currently unknown. Despite the prompt response from firefighters and ambulances, their efforts were insufficient to save the lives of those trapped inside.

The incident occurred on a Monday evening and has raised significant concerns regarding the safety measures in place within multi-story residential buildings. Firefighters reported that four other individuals sustained minor injuries during the incident. As the victims were primarily young people gathered on the upper floors, the community is left grieving the loss and seeking answers to the series of unfortunate circumstances that led to this tragic outcome.

In response to the fire, the local police have initiated an investigation to determine the causes behind the blaze and the reasons the individuals were unable to evacuate. This investigation will likely focus on aspects such as fire safety regulations and the preparedness of the emergency response. The incident highlights the critical importance of ensuring safety protocols in residential structures to prevent such tragedies in the future.