Five people are missing and eight others injured after a fire broke out in the Swiss town of Thusis, local police have said. The cause is still being investigated.
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Key facts
- Five people are reported missing after a fire in Thusis, Switzerland.
- Eight others were injured, according to local police.
- The fire is said to have completely destroyed a restaurant that contained apartments.
- The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Five people are missing after a fire broke out in the Swiss town of Thusis, according to local police cited by Sky News.
Eight other people were injured in the blaze, local police said, as reported by the BBC.
Sky News reported that the fire completely destroyed a restaurant that contained apartments.
Authorities said the cause of the fire is still being investigated, according to the BBC.
No further details about the identities or conditions of those missing or injured have been released in the available reporting.
Why it matters
Fires in buildings that combine businesses with residential apartments can put lives at risk quickly, and the number of people missing highlights the seriousness of this incident. The ongoing investigation into the cause will be important for the affected community in Thusis and for wider safety awareness.
Frequently asked questions
Where did the fire happen?
The fire broke out in the Swiss town of Thusis, according to local police cited by Sky News and the BBC.
How many people were affected?
Five people are missing and eight others were injured, according to local police.
What caused the fire?
The cause of the fire is still being investigated, according to the BBC.
Timeline
- Five missing after fire 'completely destroys' restaurant with apartments
Sky News: Five people are missing after a fire broke out in the Swiss town of Thusis, local police have said.
- Five missing after fire in Swiss Alpine town
BBC World: Eight others were injured, local police say, with the cause of the fire still being investigated.