Oxygen Tank Explosion Kills One, Injures 19 at Zaragoza Nursing Home

A tragic accident occurred late Friday night at the DomusVi Zalfonada senior residence in Zaragoza, Spain. An oxygen tank exploded in a resident's room, causing a fire and significant smoke. A 93-year-old man died from smoke inhalation, and 19 other residents were hospitalized for smoke inhalation. Emergency responders, including police, firefighters, and paramedics, quickly arrived on the scene and worked to evacuate the 45 residents of the affected floor. Some residents had to be rescued through windows, highlighting the urgency of the situation. Zaragoza Mayor Natalia Chueca stated that those whose rooms were affected by the smoke would be relocated. The incident underscores the importance of safety measures in senior care facilities.