The hotel, which is undergoing renovations, was empty of man after it closed about three years ago and was abandoned • Recently purchased by a Turkish company and is due to reopen
Eilat fire scene // Photo: fire extinguishers and rescue
A fire broke out tonight (Thursday) at the Princess Hotel in Eilat, which has been closed in recent years but is in the midst of intensive renovations in preparation for a renovated opening. The fire broke out in a room within the five to eight floors, with no fire safety measures in place.
At this time, the fire fighters who arrived on the scene have been trying to control the fire unsuccessfully but since this is a hotel undergoing extensive renovation, it is difficult to control it. Eight teams are currently operating in the area, scouring the area for animals or humans that may be in the area.
Remember, last December, it was learned that after three years of abandoned property since its owners went bankrupt, the Princess Hotel will be reopened by a Turkish-owned company that has leased the hotel's ten-year operating rights. The hotel was due to open in the coming months but now, given the extensive damage done at the site, the opening seems likely to be postponed.