HT7. A few hours ago a big fire broke out in M… See more

One resident, who lived on the 24th floor, recalled stepping onto his balcony after noticing a burning scent. “At first, we thought it was coming from the kitchen. Then we looked outside and saw flashing lights. Only after calling security were we told to evacuate.”

Stories like these underline how quickly ordinary evenings can change and how vital communication becomes in moments of crisis.

Thick Smoke and Quick Decisions

As smoke filled stairwells, some residents faced difficult choices. While standard safety advice cautions against elevators during a fire, many found stairways too smoky to use. Several tenants shared that they took elevators down, guided by building staff and civil defence officers. Continue reading…