A tragic incident unfolded late on March 15, 2025, as a fire broke out in a crowded nightclub in Kocani, North Macedonia, resulting in the deaths of at least 50 individuals.

The blaze reportedly ignited when pyrotechnics were deployed during a performance by the local band DNA, rapidly engulfing the venue.

The Interior Ministry of North Macedonia has confirmed the fatalities, while ongoing assessments are being conducted to determine the extent of injuries among patrons.

In the wake of this catastrophe, the public prosecutor’s office has dispatched investigators to the site to gather essential information concerning the incident.

Emergency services were mobilized promptly, and local authorities have vowed to take immediate action in response to this disaster.

Kocani, located approximately 100 kilometers east of the nation’s capital, Skopje, is now facing a considerable crisis as it confronts one of the deadliest nightclub incidents in the country's history.

As investigations commence, there is an urgent call for reviews of safety regulations within entertainment venues across North Macedonia, emphasizing the need for stricter enforcement and oversight.

The event has sent shockwaves throughout the nation, leading to expressions of grief and calls for solidarity in remembrance of the victims.