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Dozens of foreign tourists safely evacuated in Meo Vac guesthouse fire

Around 95 foreign tourists were safely evacuated after a fire broke out at a guesthouse in Meo Vac Commune in Tuyen Quang Province on March 19.

The blaze was reported at Meo Vac Clay House 2 at about 8.15 am, with flames originating in an area used for drying and storing clothes, blankets and bedding.

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 The guesthouse where the fire occurred. (Photo: Tuyen Quang police)

Rescue forces were quickly deployed, working with traffic officers and on-site staff to contain the fire.

Firefighters brought the situation under control while guiding all guests out of the smoke-filled building. Officers also assisted and reassured tourists during the evacuation, with no injuries reported.

By about 8.30 am, the fire had been fully extinguished and prevented from spreading to nearby properties, police said.

Property damage was estimated at around VND 5 million (about USD 200), with initial findings pointing to a likely electrical fault.

Source: Dtinews
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