Nearly 300 evacuated as luxury hotel in French Alps burns

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 28, 2026 at 04:56 PM

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On January 28, 2026, a significant fire broke out at the five-star Les Grandes Alpes hotel in Courchevel, a resort town in the French Alps. The blaze prompted the evacuation of nearly 300 people from the luxury hotel. Over 100 firefighters responded to the scene to combat the intense flames, which were reportedly spreading under the hotel's roof. The cause of the fire is currently unknown. The incident resulted in a large-scale emergency response to ensure the safety of guests and prevent further damage.

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