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Cairo's Telecom Fire: A Costly Blaze

Cairo, EgyptTuesday, July 8, 2025
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Impact and Casualties

  • Four workers lost their lives
  • Many more injured
  • Major disruptions to phone and internet services across the city

Details of the Incident

  • Location: Key facility owned by Telecom Egypt
  • Consequences:
  • Phone calls cut off
  • Slow internet
  • Online banking services down
  • Government Response:
  • Promised to fix issues within a day
  • Shared alternative numbers for emergency services
  • Fire Status: Mostly contained but caused significant damage

Investigation and Safety Measures

  • Cause: Still under investigation
  • Early Reports: Possible electrical issue
  • Importance: Highlights the need for proper safety measures

Company Response

  • Condolences: Expressed to families of the deceased
  • Support: Offered to injured workers
  • Highlight: Tragedy underscores daily risks faced by workers

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