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Fire at wedding party in Kinshasa kills at least 22

A fire broke out at a wedding party venue in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, killing at least 22 people, according to officials.

5 Sept, 15:06 — 5 Sept, 15:06
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Times of IndiaMostly Factual3h ago

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 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.

By YASHASVI VASISTHA

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actualite-cd5 Sept, 10:14First to report

At least 22 people killed in fire at party venue in Congo capital - freepresskashmir.news

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AP5 Sept, 14:51

A wedding party fire in Kinshasa leaves at least 22 dead, officials say - AP News

Times of India5 Sept, 15:06

At least 22 killed in fire at wedding party in Congo’s Kinshasa

danas5 Sept, 15:10

Na svadbi u Kongu 22 mrtvih

2h later
n1-serbia5 Sept, 17:01Latest update

U požaru na svadbi u Kongu 22 mrtvih

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