Incident Kamień Pomorski homeless hostel fire

polish firefighters searching victims.

at least seventy-seven people sheltered in building while waiting provided alternative housing. 6 children listed dead, including eight-month-old infant. 1 individual listed having sustained serious injuries .

firefighters stationed nearby , despite quick response arrived find four-fifths of hostel in flames hallways blocked thick black smoke.

many of survivors jumped out of building, because available rescue ladders reach first floor. children taken beds parents , hurled through windows firefighters , onlookers grabbed them , brought them safety. common injuries result of fire include burns, smoke inhalation, , fractured bones. many of corpses charred beyond recognition. of casualties visiting building , not permanently housed there.

images broadcast on television showed huge flames reaching high sky above roof , charred, gutted shell of hostel. several hours spent extinguishing fire, twenty-one fire crews on hand assist.