NewzAt least 16 older adults died in a fire that destroyed the long-stay nursing home "El Edén" on Friday night. The facility is located at kilometer 21 of route S-70 in Villa Comuy, within the commune of Pitrufquén in the La Araucanía region of southern Chile.
Authorities confirmed the 16 fatalities on Saturday following the destructive blaze at the elder care establishment. The incident represents a major tragedy for the region, drawing attention to safety conditions in long-stay care facilities for elderly populations.
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