HEALING — Live News In a heartbreaking incident that shook Istanbul, Turkey, 29 individuals tragically...

Published: 5:48 pm April 2, 2024
Updated: 11:46 am October 8, 2025
29 Lives Lost in Tragic Istanbul Nightclub Fire: Cause Revealed

In a heartbreaking incident that shook Istanbul, Turkey, 29 individuals tragically lost their lives in a fire that engulfed the nightclub known as ‘Masquerade.’ The devastating blaze erupted on Gayrettepe Yıldız Posta Street, situated in the Esentepe District, Gönenoğlu Street, at approximately 1:00 p.m.

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According to fire brigade sources, the fire’s origin can be traced back to a gas cylinder explosion during welding work conducted as part of the nightclub’s sound insulation and decor renovation efforts. The explosion ignited fibre materials, rapidly engulfing the premises in flames.

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