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A deadly fire in a Valencia apartment complex claimed at least 10 lives, prompting parallels to the Grenfell Tower tragedy. The fire's swift propagation was linked to strong winds, canvas balcony canopies, and composite cladding materials, raising concerns about safety standards. The complex, built by FBEX in 2008, comprised two towers housing 138 apartments.
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