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Fire at Istanbul’s Atatürk Cultural Center Extinguished by Firefighters
A fire broke out at the Atatürk Cultural Center in Beyoğlu, Istanbul on April 15, 2023, at approximately 12:30 PM local time. According to reports, the fire started during exterior work on the building, when the insulation material unexpectedly caught fire.
Employees immediately alerted the fire department, who quickly dispatched a large number of firefighters to the scene. The team worked for approximately 30 minutes to extinguish the fire, which produced a significant amount of smoke.
The Atatürk Cultural Center is a significant cultural landmark in Turkey, located in the heart of Istanbul. The building has been the site of many important and historical events, including the opening ceremony of the Istanbul International Film Festival and the hosting of the Eurovision Song Contest in 2004.
Thankfully, no injuries were reported in the incident, and the building sustained minimal damage. After a thorough investigation, authorities have not deemed the cause of the fire to be suspicious. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of proper safety measures and caution when working with potentially flammable materials.
