18 Jul 2024 | 06:16 AM UTC
France: Emergency services responding to a building fire along Rue de la Santoline in the Moulins District of Nice morning July 18
Casualties reported following building fire along Rue de la Santoline in Nice's Moulins District, France, early July 18. Disruptions likely.
Emergency services are responding to a building fire along Rue de la Santoline in the Moulins district of Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, as of the morning of July 18. Officials have evacuated the premises. The cause of the blaze, which killed at least seven people and injured one person, is unclear at this time. Three individuals have suffered from smoke inhalation.
Heightened security and transport disruptions will likely continue in the area over the coming hours. Authorities may restrict access to nearby roads to facilitate the movement of emergency vehicles. Officials may also mandate building evacuations in the vicinity as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations conclude. Related business disruptions are probable.
Avoid the impacted area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors to avoid smoke exposure, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water. Heed all official advisories, including evacuation orders.
