Major fire destroys ‘Al-Hay Al-Shaabi’ in Egyptian Media Production City

El-Sayed Gamal El-Din , Monday 23 Sep 2024

A major fire broke out on Monday destroying the set of "Al-Hay Al-Shaabi" (the popular district), moving dangerously close to the "Al-Hay Al-Islami" (the Islamic district) area in the Egyptian Media Production City (EMPC) in 6th October City.

fire  destroyed the set of "Al-Hay Al-Shaabi,"
fire destroyed the set of "Al-Hay Al-Shaabi,"

 

The flames also consumed the set of Khaled El Hajar's movie “Al Hob Kolo,” leading to significant losses, as indicated by initial investigations.

A source close to the investigation stated that the fire spread to several filming locations, including the TV series “Jaafar Al-Omda,” starring Mohamed Ramadan, and “Haq Arab,” featuring Ahmed Al-Awadi. Fortunately, the set of “Joder,” starring Yasser Galal, survived.

Seven people suffered from smoke inhalation and were injured during their evacuation.

Firefighters from the Civil Protection Administration are working tirelessly to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading further.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

The EMPC media complex covers an area of 35 million square metres, broadcasting most local channels.

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