Horrific Chicago Theater Fire Kills Hundreds in Panic
A catastrophic blaze at the Troqueis theater on Randolph Street in Chicago during a matinee of Mr Bluebeard tears through the packed house. Officials report hundreds dead or injured as flames, explosions, and a collapsed fly system trap patrons. Rescue efforts fill hospitals and morgues while coroner teams remove remains amid widespread chaos.
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Fire ruin at Iroquois Theater scene of panic and loot
A catastrophic fire at the Iroquois Theater trapped patrons causing a chaotic escape as rescuers battled smoke. Victims and families suffered injuries while thieves ransacked the dead and the crowd, and officials noted only minimal insurance coverage on the $450,000 venue.
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