Candle lit at the origin of the fire that killed tourist in hotel in Fatima
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Candle lit at the origin of the fire that killed tourist in hotel in Fatima

Correio da Manhã1 September 2026 at 10:02

A 63-year-old woman died in a fire at a hotel in Fátima. The victim was part of a group of Spanish tourists staying at the establishment.

Authorities suspect that a lit candle, left burning in the victim's room, may have been the cause of the fire.

The victim's friends have already returned home after the incident. The case is being investigated by the relevant authorities.

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