Today, a fire broke out at the La Granadilla elderly residence in Badajoz, Spain, requiring emergency services to attend to 35 residents and nine police officers, with eight individuals needing hospitalization. The incident occurred on the fifth floor of the residence, which had a total of 113 residents at the time. In response, the authorities decided to seal off the fifth and sixth floors, preventing any residents from sleeping in those areas for the night, while the fourth floor is set to reopen soon as it was evacuated without further risks.

A tent has been established in the vicinity of the residence to provide information to the families of the residents regarding their loved ones and the situation in the facility. Family members are being informed about the potential for taking their relatives home following the fire incident. The rapid response involved a significant emergency apparatus, including firefighters, local police, national police, and Red Cross teams, showcasing the collaborative effort to manage the emergency effectively.

The quick action of emergency services ensured that the situation was handled efficiently, preventing further injuries and ensuring the safety of the residents after the incident. The local government, which oversees the residence as it is owned by the Junta de Extremadura, is now faced with the task of investigating the cause of the fire and assessing the condition of the facility to guarantee the safety and well-being of all residents moving forward.