A hotel and its restaurant near Kozienice, Poland, burned overnight Wednesday‑Thursday, prompting the arrival of more than a hundred firefighters.
Hotel Fire Breaks Out Near Kozienice
A blaze erupted on the night of Wednesday to Thursday in Mniszew, a village in Kozienice County, Masovian Voivodeship. The hotel, together with its restaurant, was engulfed, consuming about two‑thirds of the building. No injuries were reported, as nine occupants had already evacuated the premises on their own.
Origin of the Fire
Firefighters determined that the fire ignited in the attic; preliminary investigations indicate that the roof covering was the initial source. Press officer Wiktor Czubaj confirmed that the blaze was contained and had not spread further.
Extensive Firefighting Operation
Approximately 30 crews—around 140 firefighters—were deployed from multiple counties. Additional units from Piaseczno County, totaling four teams, joined the effort, bringing the total number of firefighters on scene to over 100.
All Evacuated Before Arrival
All nine people present in the building had evacuated prior to the arrival of firefighters, preventing any serious injuries.
