A fire broke out in a high-rise building in Hong Kong on Wednesday morning. Five people were killed and fifteen other people were taken to hospital. Police had previously received numerous calls for help.
So far, five people have died in the fire. This is reported by several media outlets, such as the “South China Morning Post”, citing the police. According to official information, the fire broke out around 8 a.m.
A fire broke out in the gym
The fire reportedly broke out in a gym. After about an hour it was under control. Rescuers pulled scores of people from their homes to safety using turntable ladders, as seen in the photos.
Environment had to close windows and doors
People in the area around the densely populated metropolis have now been ordered to keep windows and doors closed because of the smoke and stench. The administration of the affected Yau Tsim Mong district has established a special contact point to provide assistance to the population if necessary. According to authorities, people who needed help could also seek protection in a community center.
Source: Krone
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