Fire nearly completely destroys Dominican Republic resort
Posted on 2026-06-20 14:07:13
A large fire has almost completely destroyed a luxury resort in the Dominican Republic, forcing the evacuation of almost 1,700 tourists.
Local media reported an Italian tourist died in the fire ... and several other tourists required medical assistance.
The Viva Dominicus Beach by Wyndham resort is located in Bayahibe, a popular destination for US and international tourists on the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic.
The cause of the blaze was under investigation ... and the country's Emergency Operations Center said it appeared it had spread rapidly due to wind and because part of the resort's roof was made of thatch.
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