Fire at Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach Hotel
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Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach Hotel, DAEH emergency service
Bayahibe, Dominican Republic
June 19, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 16/20/2026, 5:50:29 PM
A massive fire destroyed a four-star resort in the Dominican Republic. One Italian woman died, and nearly 1,700 tourists were evacuated. The fire spread rapidly due to the thatch roof and wind conditions.
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