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Faulty AC Sparks Orphanage Fire in Algiers | Global News
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A faulty air conditioner sparked a deadly fire at an orphanage in Algiers, killing 11—including children—and injuring 19, as firefighters battled flames for hours. A caregiver also perished. Amid national outrage, authorities vow to investigate, while survivors receive urgent medical care. Five children with disabilities were safely rescued. The tragedy has ignited calls for accountability and nationwide safety reforms, especially as Algeria faces extreme heat and other fire emergencies.
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