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Tragic fire in Brussels construction site: Several fatalities reported in elevator.

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Six workers were killed in a fire at the Oxy building under renovation in central Brussels on July 14, 2026. The victims were discovered trapped inside an elevator as the fire spread through the elevator shaft. Authorities confirmed the fatalities and indicated ongoing investigations at the site. The fire broke out on the second floor and was challenging to contain, prompting an extensive emergency response. The local labor inspectorate expressed concerns about potential additional victims in a second elevator that had yet to be checked.

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On July 14, 2026, a tragic fire broke out at the Oxy construction site in central Brussels, resulting in the deaths of six workers. The fire began on the second floor of the building, quickly spreading through the elevator shaft, which trapped the victims inside an elevator. Rescue efforts were hampered by the intensity of the blaze, and firefighters worked for several hours to recover the bodies, which were ultimately found within the lift.

Local authorities confirmed that no additional victims were discovered as investigations continued on-site. A spokesperson for the Labor Inspection stated they were planning to check a second elevator, expressing hope that no one else would be found there. The incident has been described as a profound tragedy by various officials, including Brussels' mayor, who emphasized the emotional impact of the event on the community.

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