CLEAN: Fire destroys South African care home

The transcript describes a devastating fire that destroyed a house, detailing the intense conditions inside and the efforts to rescue 85 frail residents. The speaker recounts the challenges faced during the rescue, including poor visibility and the debilitating effects of smoke inhalation. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire.

What areas of the house were mentioned as being destroyed by the fire?

• Only the bedrooms

• Only the kitchen

• The entire area including rooms, dining room, and kitchen

• Just the dining room

What was one of the challenges faced inside the house during the fire?

• Difficulty in seeing due to smoke

• Lack of water

• Locked doors

• No fire alarms

How many people were saved during the rescue efforts?

• 85

• 120

• 50

• 100

What was a significant characteristic of the residents mentioned in the rescue efforts?

• They were all asleep

• They were firefighters

• They were all young

• They were very frail

What is being done to determine the cause of the fire?

• A public survey

• Forensic investigations by the police

• A community meeting

• Nothing