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Tragedy in North Macedonia: Over 50 killed in nightclub fire

A fire that spread across the ceiling of a popular venue turned into an inferno within seconds during a performance attended by thousands. Hundreds suffered from smoke inhalation and were rushed to hospitals in the capital, Skopje.

by  Neta Bar
Published on  03-16-2025 07:15
Last modified: 03-16-2025 10:14
Tragedy in North Macedonia: Over 50 killed in nightclub fireAFP

A police officer near the scene of the fire in North Macedonia | Photo: AFP

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Disaster at the Balkans: Over 50 clubgoers perished in a massive blaze in North Macedonia after a fire broke out in a nightclub during a packed performance.

The incident occurred in the city of Kočani, about 100 kilometers north of the capital, Skopje. Footage taken by clubgoers shows staff desperately trying to extinguish the flames that ignited in the ceiling and rapidly spread in a terrifying manner.

Video: Over 50 clubgoers perished in a massive blaze in North Macedonia

Hundreds of attendees were evacuated for medical treatment in Skopje hospitals after suffering from smoke inhalation and varying degrees of burns.

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