An explosion at a nightclub in the Romanian capital Bucharest during a Halloween rock concert has left at least 27 people dead.
Government officials said that at least 88 people were also admitted to hospital after the blast at the Colectiv Club. It is believe 154 people are injured in total and that the death toll could continue to rise.
The fire was believed to have started after fireworks burned through scaffolding.
According to reports, clubgoers initially thought the flames were part of the show and did not immediately react. Fire regulations can be lax in Bucharest clubs and restaurants.
After the blast tore through the building, people were seen wandering around outside the club clad in metal blankets in an apparent state of confusion. People were treated for burns and other injuries on the pavement outside the Colectiv Club.
Upon hearing the news, people descended on the club looking for loved-ones.
Adding to their anxiety was the fact that many of the clubgoers were not carrying identity papers so victims could not immediately be identified.
She’s not answering the telephone and she’s not saying anything,’ said a mother, dressed in a black leather jacket, crying in front of television cameras.
‘We want information whether he’s alive,’ said a visibly overcome woman, speaking about a family member.
Source: Dailymailuk