Accidents & Tragedies

Deadly Barn Fire at Puppet Show in Burwell

A tragic barn fire consumed a gathering during a puppet show in Burwell, Cambridgeshire, leading to the death of 78 individuals. Many victims were children, who had come to enjoy the entertainment. The incident occurred in a wooden barn, which was filled to capacity with families watching the performance. A spark, likely from a candle or lantern, ignited the highly flammable materials in the barn, resulting in a rapid spread of the flames. Escape was hindered by the crowd and the structure of the barn, leading to a devastating loss of life.

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