One Tourist Killed as Fire Engulfs Dominican Republic Beach Resort

A fire broke out early Friday at the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach resort in Bayahibe, Dominican Republic, killing a 46-year-old Italian tourist. Local emergency services said three people were taken to hospitals and six received treatment on site.

Drone footage showed the blaze spreading across multiple buildings, with wind and thatched roofs contributing to the rapid expansion of the flames. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.

The country's Emergency Operations Center reported that the fire was brought under control and that guests were relocated to other hotels.

Italian news agency ANSA said the Italian ambassador met the victim’s husband at the hospital and that the embassy is assisting about 285 Italian tourists affected by the incident, providing emergency passports and arranging return flights.