Death toll in Cairo central station fire rises - PHOTO - UPDATED - VIDEO

Baku. 27 February. REPORT.AZ/ The death toll in a strong fire in the central station in Cairo has reached 24. More than 50 people were injured, Report informs citing Turkish media.

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Heavy fire occurred at the central station in Cairo, Report informs citing the Egyptian press.

As a result of the incident, seven people were killed, while 15 received various injuries.

Supposedly, the fire erupted as a result of explosion when the train left the depot and collided with a hidden platform. The fire immediately engulfed one of the buildings station.

Dozens of fire brigades were dispatched to the scene. 

Death toll in Cairo central station fire rises - PHOTO - UPDATED - VIDEO