2017's Grenfell Tower fire in London, UK, caused by flammable cladding, led to 72 deaths.

In June 2017, a fire in London’s Grenfell Tower killed 72 people, making it the UK's deadliest residential fire since WWII. The inquiry revealed that flammable cladding exacerbated the blaze, and most victims were dead or unconscious from carbon monoxide inhalation before the flames reached them. Survivors continue to seek justice, and the investigation into the disaster's causes and accountability remains ongoing, with implications for building safety regulations.

September 04, 2024
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