A dream vacation turned into an unimaginable tragedy.
Francesca Valentino, a 45-year-old mother of two, lost her life after a massive fire swept through the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach Resort in the Dominican Republic. She died from smoke inhalation while hundreds of guests were forced to flee the burning hotel.
The resort held special meaning for Francesca and her husband—it was where they first met and fell in love. Now, it has become the place where her life came to a heartbreaking end.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the devastating fire.
Rest in peace, Francesca. 🕊️❤️