23.01.2025 16:20
In the tragedy in Bolu Kartalkaya, where 78 people lost their lives, it was emphasized that the fire escape acted as a chimney. The initial findings obtained confirmed this view. It was determined that the fire started in the kitchen of the restaurant on the 4th floor and that the fire escape inside the building carried smoke to the upper floors. It was also understood that most of the deaths were due to carbon monoxide poisoning.
The investigation into the fire disaster at the Grand Kartal Hotel in Bolu Kartalkaya, which claimed the lives of 78 people, is ongoing. The investigation has been assigned to 6 public prosecutors, and initial findings have started to emerge.
According to a report on NTV, the initial findings indicate that the fire started in the kitchen of the restaurant. The fire escape inside the building acted like a chimney, carrying smoke to the upper floors instead of serving its evacuation purpose.
Most of the deaths were caused by carbon monoxide poisoning. The expert report, which is expected to clearly determine the initial cause of the fire, is anticipated to be completed today.