Georgia, Dec 18, (V7N) - Georgian authorities are investigating a tragic incident that led to the deaths of 12 people at a ski resort in Gudauri, Georgia. The victims, who were found at an Indian restaurant on the resort property, are believed to have died from carbon monoxide poisoning.

The bodies of the 12 individuals were discovered on the second floor of the restaurant. Among the victims, one was a Georgian national, and the rest were foreign citizens. Local police, under the Mtskheta-Mtianeti Police Department, launched an investigation into the deaths.

According to Georgia's Ministry of Internal Affairs, preliminary findings indicate that the incident occurred when a power generator was placed inside a closed indoor area near the bedrooms. The generator was turned on after the power supply to the area was cut off, likely due to a power outage. The toxic fumes from the generator’s exhaust may have filled the rooms, leading to the fatal carbon monoxide poisoning.

Authorities have not yet revealed the identities of the victims but are working to confirm further details. The Indian restaurant where the bodies were found is a popular dining spot at the Gudauri resort, which is located in the Mtskheta-Mtianeti region of Georgia. This ski resort is well-known in the Caucasus region and attracts both local and international visitors.

The incident highlights the dangers of improperly ventilated power generators, which are known to pose significant risks of carbon monoxide poisoning in enclosed spaces. Georgian officials are continuing their investigation into the specific circumstances surrounding the deaths, and efforts are being made to identify the victims and inform their families.

This tragedy has shocked both the local community and international visitors to the region. Authorities are expected to provide more information as the investigation progresses.

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