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Indonesia: 16 Dead in Nursing Home Fire

Published December 29, 2025, 08:04
Indonesia: 16 Dead in Nursing Home Fire

A devastating fire at a nursing home in Indonesia, specifically on the island of Celebes, resulted in the deaths of 16 people and injuries to three. According to a spokesperson for emergency services, the victims were found mainly in their rooms, as the fire broke out late at night while the elderly residents were resting. This tragedy adds to a series of fatal fires that have occurred in Indonesia in recent years, such as a recent fire in a Jakarta apartment building that left 22 dead and a nickel processing plant explosion in 2023 with 12 victims. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, while the frequency of such incidents highlights the need for stricter fire safety measures in public and private spaces in Indonesia.