A fire ripped through a hostel in New Zealand’s capital overnight, killing at least six people and forcing others to flee the four-story building in their pajamas in what a fire chief on Tuesday called his “worst nightmare.”
WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND - MAY 16: Smoke escapes as a drone surveys the scene after a fire at Loafers Lodge on May 16, 2023 in Wellington, New Zealand. At least 10 people are dead and many more are unaccounted for after a blaze broke out at a four-stoA fire ripped through a hostel in New Zealand’s capital overnight, killing at least six people and forcing others to flee the four-story building in their pajamas in what a fire chief on Tuesday called his "worst nightmare.
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins told the AM morning news program that he understands that six people have been confirmed dead and there are likely to be more. Police said they don’t yet have an exact count of the number of dead, although they believe it’s fewer than 10 people. Wellington City Council spokesman Richard MacLean said it was helping about 50 people who had escaped the fire and were now at an emergency center the council had set up at a local track that had showers and other facilities.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
New York City launches new migrant arrival center at Midtown hotelMayor Eric Adams announced on Saturday that New York City would launch its first migrant arrival center.
Read more »
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy attempts to woo New Yorkers in retaliation for congestion taxThe grass is greener in the Garden State? New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy sure wants you to think so!
Read more »
The New ‘Real Housewives of New York’ Trailer Is Shockingly GoodAt one point, it was unthinkable to reboot the beloved Bravo franchise with a new cast. But this first footage Season 14 previews a thrilling, fresh direction for the series.
Read more »
Oakland A's finalize new land deal to build new ballpark in VegasThe Oakland A's got one step closer to moving the team to Las Vegas with the announcement Monday of a binding agreement for the site of a new ballpark, the landowner said.
Read more »
Jamie Foxx, daughter Corinne announce new TV show after his hospitalization | New York PostJamie Foxx and daughter Corinne Foxx announced their plans to host a new game show – just days after the actress confirmed her dad was out of the hospital.“W...
Read more »
New curfew and late night backpack ban in effect in Sea Isle City, New JerseyTwo new ordinances are now in effect in one Jersey shore town to try to curb teen misbehavior.
Read more »