Overview
- The blaze broke out around 8:45 p.m. local time on the seventh floor of the nine‑storey facility, sending flames and smoke through the top levels.
- Roughly 30 people were injured, including firefighters, police, staff and residents, with several treated for carbon monoxide poisoning and some in intensive care.
- Firefighters brought the blaze under control in about an hour, but the cause remains undetermined.
- Authorities say victim identification will proceed when conditions allow, followed by a formal investigation into the origin of the fire.
- The home’s director offered his resignation, while officials across Bosnia, including entity leaders, expressed condolences and pledged assistance.