According to civil defense officials, the tragic blaze was ignited when fireworks were lit during the celebration. This unfortunate incident underscores the need for strict safety precautions and proper handling of fireworks to prevent such devastating accidents during festive gatherings. people died and injured wedding celebration
A devastating tragedy occurred in Iraq’s Nineveh province during a Christian wedding celebration, claiming the lives of more than 100 people, with at least 150 reported injured. The catastrophe unfolded when a fire broke out in a large events hall in the northeastern region, triggered by fireworks that were ignited during the festivities, as reported by local civil defense and state media.
Nineveh Deputy Governor Hassan al Allaq confirmed that 113 people had tragically lost their lives, and the Health Ministry spokesman, Saif al Badr, initially reported 150 injuries via the state-run Iraqi News Agency. Initial reports suggested that the bride, named Haneen, and the groom, named Revan, had perished in the fire, but later information indicated that they had survived.
Video footage captured the harrowing scene of the couple dancing amidst falling burning debris from the roof. Witnesses at the site recounted that the fire started at approximately 10:45 pm local time (8:45 pm UK time), with an estimated 900 people in attendance. people died and injured wedding celebration
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