La Plata house fire kills woman, injures man

A severe fire broke out on July 5 2026 at a residence on Calle 2 between 71‑72 in La Plata, Argentina, near the Hospital San Martín. Firefighters entered the smoke‑filled building, rescuing a man identified as David Massuchesi, who suffered extensive burns and was taken to the hospital in critical condition. They also found the body of an unidentified woman inside the home, confirming one fatality.

Video surveillance captured a column of smoke at 13:28, with flames spreading within minutes. Authorities have opened an investigation, led by the Unidad Funcional de Instrucción (UFI) 12 of the La Plata judicial department, to determine the cause of the blaze, which may involve an electrical fault or improper use of heating equipment. The investigation is ongoing, and the identity of the deceased woman remains unknown.