- Jun 20
Italian tourist killed, nearly 1,700 evacuated as fire engulfs Dominican Republic beach resort
A 46-year-old Italian woman died from smoke inhalation and close to 1,700 guests were evacuated when a fire swept through the Viva Dominicus Beach by Wyndham resort in Bayahibe, Dominican Republic, on Friday.
- Jun 19
Italian tourist dead, 1,700 evacuated as wind-driven fire destroys Dominican beach resort
A fierce blaze fuelled by strong winds and thatched roofs consumed the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach hotel in Bayahibe, Dominican Republic, on Friday, killing 45-year-old Italian tourist Francesca Valentino and forcing nearly 1,700 guests to flee.
