Fire in a building in Asunción, Paraguay brought under control

On 2026-05-05, a fire broke out in the Ahorros Paraguayos building in central Asunción, Paraguay, and was later brought under control. Authorities said the blaze started in the basement, with dozens of people evacuated and at least 42 people taken to medical centers after inhaling smoke. The building was ventilated after the fire was extinguished.