National Team hotel evacuated in Astana, squad group is safe

Update // 23:10 At 23:10 local time, 18:10 in San Marino, the San Marino delegation safely returned to the Sheraton Hotel. Checks carried out by the law enforcement authorities confirmed the safety of the building. The FSGC wishes to thank the hotel staff and the competent authorities for promptly activating the safety procedures.   News // 23:00 An unpleasant incident for the San Marino National Team and the dozens of guests at the Sheraton Hotel in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan. The building was completely evacuated at around 22:10 local time, 17:10 in San Marino, due to a reported outbreak of fire. The hotel staff and the Kazakh law enforcement officers who quickly arrived on site ensured the rapid evacuation of all guests to a safe area. The 23 players, coaching staff and the San Marino State TV crew accompanying the team are protected from the harsh temperatures and are safe. Instructions are now awaited from the local law enforcement authorities, who have taken command of operations on site.

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