Hamburg Hospital Fire: Three Dead, 50 Injured

Three Dead, Dozens Injured in Hamburg Hospital Fire A devastating fire ripped through a hospital in the Hamburg, Germany early Sunday morning, claiming three lives and leaving over 50 people injured. The blaze, which broke out in a ward on the ground floor of the hospital, rapidly spread to the upper floors. "Two of the victims are in critical condition," said Lorenz Harmann, a spokesperson for the Hamburg Fire Department. "Sixteen others sustained serious injuries and 36 received treatment for minor injuries." Emergency services responded swiftly, arriving on the scene shortly after midnight. Firefighters worked tirelessly to extinguish the flames and rescue patients from the burning building. They used various methods to evacuate individuals, including using corridors, stairs, and ladders. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but the incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of fire safety in public buildings. The quick response of the emergency services undoubtedly saved many lives.