A Coptic Church in a densely populated area of Cairo
The scene of a fire on Sunday morning, in which at least 41 people died when it ripped through the building during the morning service.
About 14 others were hurt in the blaze — which sent huge amounts of thick black smoke into the air as congregants worshipped.
The health minister says it believes people died in a stampede as they tried to get out of the church.
Fifteen firefighting vehicles were dispatched to the scene, while ambulances ferried the casualties to nearby hospitals.
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While the origin of the blaze remains unknown, local police say an initial investigation suggests it may have been caused by an electrical short-circuit.
It was one of the worst fire tragedies in Egypt in recent years.
SOURCE: africanews.com