20.06.2026 13:41
A fire broke out in a giant hotel complex in Bayahibe, the world-famous tourist region of the Dominican Republic, causing panic. Due to flames that engulfed the facility with the wind's effect, approximately 1,700 people were evacuated, while local media reported that an Italian tourist lost his life in the fire.
The Dominican Republic, one of the Caribbean's favorite holiday destinations, was shaken by a major hotel fire. The blaze, which started in a huge hotel complex in the tourist area of Bayahibe, quickly grew into a serious disaster.
1,700 PEOPLE EVACUATED
According to official statements by local authorities, as the fire rapidly reached dangerous proportions, a large evacuation operation was launched at the hotel. Approximately 1,700 tourists staying at the facility were swiftly moved to safe areas. It was reported that the luxury hotel complex was largely destroyed by the flames.
FLAMES SPREAD QUICKLY DUE TO WIND
While the cause of the fire, which firefighting teams are tackling, has not yet been determined, authorities noted that the strong winds in the area accelerated the spread of the flames to disastrous levels. A large-scale investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the incident.
AN ITALIAN TOURIST KILLED
Details reported by local media, as well as official sources, revealed the tragic toll of the event. According to reports in Dominican local media, an Italian tourist trapped in the flames lost his life. It was also reported that some tourists were injured during the evacuation and fire and are receiving treatment in hospitals in the area. Damage assessment and cooling operations are ongoing.