# Air conditioner caused deadly fire at children's orphanage, police say

Police reported that an air conditioner sparked a fatal fire at a children's orphanage, resulting in multiple deaths. The incident raises concerns about fire safety in institutional buildings. Authorities are investigating the exact cause and any potential negligence.

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## Sources

### World
- [BBC World](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9d8ylw60e9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:20:45 GMT