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Fire Breaks Out at Omonia Hotel Due to Exploded Electric Scooter

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A fire erupted at a hotel in Omonia, Athens around noon on June 28, 2026.
The fire reportedly started from an electric scooter that exploded during charging.
One person sustained burns and was hospitalized, while others experienced respiratory issues due to smoke inhalation.
Firefighters quickly controlled the blaze, evacuating residents safely from the building.
Traffic was temporarily disrupted in the surrounding area due to the incident.

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A fire at a hotel in the Omonia area of Athens erupted on June 28, 2026, reportedly due to an explosion from an electric scooter that was charging. According to multiple sources, the fire began in the reception area or ground floor and quickly filled the building with thick smoke, causing panic among the guests. Many occupants were trapped and had to be rescued by emergency services.

One 40-year-old man sustained severe burns and was subsequently intubated in critical condition at a local hospital. Two additional individuals were also reported injured and received medical treatment. Eyewitness accounts described harrowing scenes as hotel guests fled to the balconies, seeking help amid the chaos.

Firefighters managed to bring the situation under control, and authorities are investigating the incident to determine the exact causes of the fire. The hotel, located in the bustling center of Athens, experienced considerable disruption as a result of the emergency response.

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