Five dead in fire at Antwerp apartment building

A man was observed climbing through a window to flee black smoke that filled a residential block housing approximately 200 occupants. The incident, which occurred earlier today, prompted an immediate response from emergency services as the building became enveloped in dense, dark fumes.

Firefighters arrived on scene, began extinguishing the blaze and conducting a systematic evacuation of the remaining residents. Authorities reported no serious injuries among the occupants, and the cause of the fire is under investigation. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about fire safety in high‑density housing, and officials have pledged to review safety protocols following the event.