Overview
- Preliminary inspection indicates an electrical short circuit likely ignited the fire, with final findings pending.
- Flames rapidly consumed a wooden interior staircase, blocking escape routes for residents.
- Civil defense dispatched six fire engines and, with ambulance crews, contained the blaze and moved the injured.
- Benha Hospital reported the seven victims arrived in cardiac arrest, including cases with third-degree burns despite prolonged resuscitation attempts.
- Health officials ordered a temporary shutdown of the Al-Aman center as prosecutors assess compliance and potential legal responsibility.