Dominican Republic Resort Fire Destroys Viva Dominicus Beach, Killing 1 and Evacuating 1,690
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Updated · Newsday · Jun 20
Dominican Republic Resort Fire Destroys Viva Dominicus Beach, Killing 1 and Evacuating 1,690
3 articles · Updated · Newsday · Jun 20
Summary
Nearly the entire Viva Dominicus Beach by Wyndham resort in Bayahibe was destroyed Friday after a fast-moving fire forced 1,690 tourists out to other hotels and nearby housing.
Authorities said the blaze spread rapidly because of wind and the resort’s thatched roof, while investigators were still working to determine the cause.
Local media reported one Italian tourist died and several others needed medical assistance during the evacuation.
The resort sits on the Dominican Republic’s southeastern coast, a major draw for U.S. and other international visitors, but the nearby Viva Wyndham Dominicus Palace was not damaged and remained open.