One dead after huge fire at Dominican beach resort (opens original article in a new tab)

A large fire at a Dominican beach resort hotel killed one woman and led to the evacuation of nearly 1,700 tourists. The fire's cause is under investigation, with preliminary reports citing flammable roof materials and wind conditions. Tourist activities in the area remain unaffected.

• One woman died in a fire at a hotel in Bayahibe, Dominican Republic
• Nearly 1,700 tourists evacuated due to the fire
• Fire caused by flammable roof materials and wind conditions
• Tourist activities remain unaffected in the area