Deadly Blaze Engulfs House For Elderly In RussiaAt least 22 people have died in the Siberian city

Deadly Blaze Engulfs House For Elderly In Russia

At least 22 people have died in the Siberian city of Kemerovo after a private residence caught fire early on Saturday morning. Dozens of firefighters and emergency crews eventually managed to contain the blaze.

The building reportedly belonged to a local Protestant pastor, and was being improperly used as a homeless shelter for the elderly.

The fire was detected around 3:30am local time. Some 28 vehicles and 80 firefighters were dispatched to handle the flames. Initial reports spoke of 11 deaths, but that number has since increased to at least 22, as confirmed by Russia’s Investigative Committee.