A powerful fire engulfed a building, part of a complex, near QSUT in Tirana yesterday, causing significant material damage. This morning, after the flames were extinguished, footage from the scene shows a severe situation, where the building's facade is almost completely burned. 8 people were suffocated by smoke, including 6 firefighters and 2 citizens. 2 Cougar helicopters were also engaged to assist the firefighting forces, while the operation to fully extinguish the flames lasted for several hours. Authorities continue investigations to determine the causes of the fire, while material damages are reported to be substantial.