Four siblings killed in Ukraine fire

Four minor children -- three sisters and their brother -- died after a fire broke out at their home in Ukraine, the emergencies ministry said.

Four minor children -- three sisters and their brother -- died after a fire broke out at their home in Ukraine, the emergencies ministry said.

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The incident took place in Odessa region.

The four children -- aged between two and seven -- were found dead due to carbon monoxide poisoning after a fire at their home in Ozernoe village, Xinhua reported.

Investigators said the fire was caused by a malfunctioning electric heater.