other factor was that the ceiling was lower then required by code. With this and no windows it filled the area with smoke quicker ; given a less chance to get out.This establishment was closed several times by the police, fire and building departments but reopened after they new that nobody else was going two come around for another check up to make sure it was still not operating. In A final thought if the government agencies would have followed up on what there supposed to do ; this might of saved some lives. They also should not take all the blame for this though. If the landlord was having such a problem with tenant. He should of contacted the proper authorities and had him removed or correct the fire hazards. Unfortunately it takes thing like this two happen before laws are enforced or corrected....
