Fire at North Macedonian Nightclub Kills 50 During Concert
A blaze broke out at a packed nightclub in Kocani during a concert, leaving dozens dead and many injured, with pyrotechnics cited as the likely cause.
- The fire occurred at the 'Pulse' nightclub in Kocani, North Macedonia, approximately 100 kilometers east of the capital, Skopje.
- At least 50 people have been confirmed dead, with hundreds more injured, overwhelming local hospitals and requiring transfers to Skopje for treatment.
- The incident took place during a concert by the popular local hip-hop group DNK, with approximately 1,500 attendees present at the venue.
- Authorities have identified pyrotechnic effects as the probable cause of the fire, though investigations are ongoing to confirm the exact source.
- The tragedy highlights safety concerns at overcrowded venues, as the nightclub was reportedly packed with young concertgoers at the time of the blaze.
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