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Fire at Sismanoglio Hospital: Patients safe after precautionary evacuation due to smoke

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A fire broke out early in the morning at the Sismanoglio Hospital, reportedly starting from a patient's mattress. A 90-year-old female patient died, reportedly from a cardiac arrest during the evacuation process. The fire prompted a precautionary evacuation of the hospital, and officials stated that no patients were in danger from the flames. Doctors attempted to resuscitate the elderly woman after she lost consciousness during the evacuation but were unsuccessful. Firefighting crews have since brought the fire under control, and strong emergency service presence remains at the site.

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A fire broke out early in the morning on July 9, 2026, at the Sismanoglio General Hospital in Athens, reportedly starting from a patient's mattress in a room on the first floor. The fire caused significant smoke, leading hospital staff to initiate an evacuation as a precautionary measure. According to reports, patients described intense smoke filling the area, prompting immediate action from the nursing staff.

During the evacuation, a 90-year-old female patient suffered a cardiac arrest. Despite immediate medical attention, including intubation, she did not survive. Officials, including Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis, have indicated that while her death occurred during the emergency, it is not directly linked to the fire itself. The blaze was effectively contained and extinguished, with no other patients reported to be in danger. Emergency services remained on site to ensure the safety of the hospital premises after the incident.

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