At least seven people have been killed including two children in a fire that broke out at a multi-story building in India's Mumbai City. Watch in for more details!

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At least eight people have been killed in a large office fire in Russia. Two were killed after they jumped from the windows of the eight-story complex while six succumbed to injuries when the Interiors of the office collapsed. Watch in for more details!

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Authorities in Kuwait have detained three people for suspected manslaughter over a building fire that killed 49 foreign workers especially Indians. Among 49 foreign workers killed in the fire 45 dead Indian victims have been identified.

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Kuwait building fire: At least three people have been detained for suspected manslaughter over a building fire, 50 foreign workers were killed in the inferno. Among the deceased mostly are Indians. Over 40 Indians were killed and more than 50 injured after a devastating fire broke out at dawn in a building housing around 195 migrant workers in southern Kuwait's Mangaf area. Watch in for more details!

Kuwait fire tragedy: Three people detained over suspected manslaughter

Over 40 Indians were killed and more than 50 injured after a devastating fire broke out at dawn in a building housing around 195 migrant workers in southern Kuwait's Mangaf area. Watch in for more details!

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A devastating fire in a building that housed several workers in Kuwait's southern city of Mangaf, resulted in the tragic deaths of at least 41 people in the early hours of Wednesday (June 12), and 40 of them are said to be Indian nationals, including Malayalis.

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Kuwait fire: 40 Indians killed in Kuwait building fire

A devastating fire in a building that housed several workers in Kuwait's southern city of Mangaf, resulted in the tragic deaths of at least 41 people in the early hours of Wednesday (June 12), and 40 of them are said to be Indian nationals, including malyalis.

Kuwait building fire: Over 40 killed in building fire in Kuwait, over 50 people hospitalised

At least 26 people have been killed and 38&nbsp;others injured&nbsp;after a massive fire broke out at a coal company’s office building in China’s northern Shanxi province, state media reported on Thursday (Nov 16). In a later update, the state broadcaster CCTV reported that the fire has since been “brought under control”.&nbsp;

<h2>What happened?</h2>

The fire broke out at around 6:50 am (local time) in a four-storey building belonging to the Yongju coal company in Luliang City located in the country’s top coal-producing hub of Shanxi, said Chinese media citing local officials.&nbsp;

CCTV initially reported the fire killed 11 people but later raised the death toll to 26. The Chinese broadcaster also reported that 63 people had been evacuated, 51 of whom were hospitalised.

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“Rescue work is still in progress and the cause of the fire is under investigation,” reported CCTV.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A report by AFP citing video footage posted on the Chinese social media platform Weibo said bright flames and thick black smoke were seen billowing from the building, while dozens of people stood in the parking lot watching.&nbsp;

Emergency response personnel could be seen in the footage racing to put on protective gear outside a fire truck parked at the building’s entrance, reported the news agency citing the footage.&nbsp;

<h2>Deadly fires in China</h2>

The recent fire also comes months after 29 people were killed after a blaze ripped through a hospital in the capital city of Beijing. The incident garnered criticism from the public for local authorities on social media sites.

Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is in the midst of a&nbsp;visit&nbsp;to the United States, urged the authorities to ensure that more safety measures are put in place to avoid such incidents, reported&nbsp;state-run Xinhua news agency.&nbsp;

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However, industrial accidents are common in China due to lax safety standards and poor enforcement. In July, 11 people died after the roof of a school gym collapsed in the country’s northeast.

The month before, at least 31 people were killed after an explosion at a barbecue restaurant in northwestern China prompting a nationwide campaign to promote workplace safety.&nbsp;

One of the worst such accidents took place in 2015 in the Chinese city of Tianjin where an explosion at a chemical warehouse killed at least 165 people.

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At least 26 people have been killed and 38 others injured after a massive fire broke out at a coal company’s office building in China’s northern Shanxi province, state media reported on Thursday (Nov 16).

At least 26 people have been killed and 38 others injured after a massive fire broke out at a coal company’s office building in China’s northern Shanxi province, state media reported on Thursday (Nov 16). In a later update, the state broadcaster CCTV reported that the fire has since been “brought under control”. What happened? The fire broke out at around 6:50 am (local time) in a four-storey building belonging to the Yongju coal company in Luliang City located in the country’s top coal-producing hub of Shanxi, said Chinese media citing local officials. CCTV initially reported the fire killed 11 people but later raised the death toll to 26. The Chinese broadcaster also reported that 63 people had been evacuated, 51 of whom were hospitalised. ALSO READ | Biden calls Xi 'dictator' right after 'constructive' US-China strategic meet on the sidelines of APEC summit “Rescue work is still in progress and the cause of the fire is under investigation,” reported CCTV. A report by AFP citing video footage posted on the Chinese social media platform Weibo said bright flames and thick black smoke were seen billowing from the building, while dozens of people stood in the parking lot watching. Emergency response personnel could be seen in the footage racing to put on protective gear outside a fire truck parked at the building’s entrance, reported the news agency citing the footage. Deadly fires in China The recent fire also comes months after 29 people were killed after a blaze ripped through a hospital in the capital city of Beijing. The incident garnered criticism from the public for local authorities on social media sites. Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is in the midst of a visit to the United States, urged the authorities to ensure that more safety measures are put in place to avoid such incidents, reported state-run Xinhua news agency. ALSO READ | At least 21 killed, over 70 evacuated after fire in Beijing hospital: Reports However, industrial accidents are common in China due to lax safety standards and poor enforcement. In July, 11 people died after the roof of a school gym collapsed in the country’s northeast. The month before, at least 31 people were killed after an explosion at a barbecue restaurant in northwestern China prompting a nationwide campaign to promote workplace safety. One of the worst such accidents took place in 2015 in the Chinese city of Tianjin where an explosion at a chemical warehouse killed at least 165 people. (With inputs from agencies)

China: At least 26 people killed, dozens injured after fire in coal mining firm's office

At least nine people&nbsp;have been killed and several&nbsp;others were injured after a fire&nbsp;broke out in the Indian city of&nbsp;Hyderabad at a&nbsp;chemical warehouse&nbsp;on Monday (Nov 13). The incident, which took place in the city's&nbsp;Nampally area, is said to have been caused by&nbsp;a spark during a car repair.&nbsp;

<h2>About the incident&nbsp;</h2>

A report by news agency ANI citing&nbsp;Hyderabad's Central Zone DCP Venkateshwar Rao said that the blaze was caused by a spark during a car repair and spread&nbsp;to the chemicals&nbsp;kept in the warehouse.&nbsp;

"The repair work of a car was going on in the godown on the ground floor. The sparks spread to the chemical barrel kept in the godown and caused the fire. Within no time, the fire engulfed other floors of the building and caused six deaths," said Rao.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Fire tenders were rushed to the spot and the blaze was brought under control, said the DCP.&nbsp;

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So far 21 people have been evacuated from the building, out of which&nbsp;10 people were shifted to a hospital while six of them died, a senior fire department official told reporters, as per news agency PTI.

The fire department official, based on&nbsp;preliminary information, said that the victims are suspected to have died of asphyxiation.&nbsp;

Director General of Fire Services, Nagi Reddy said that the storage of chemicals in the building might have been done illegally. "Chemicals were stored in the stilt area of the building and the fire was caused due to these chemicals," he added.&nbsp;

Meanwhile,&nbsp;Telangana Chief Minister&nbsp;KC Rao has expressed grief over the incident and&nbsp;offered condolences, while instructing the officials concerned&nbsp;to provide all&nbsp;relief measures immediately.&nbsp;

<h2>Watch&nbsp;| A 'daring rescue'</h2>

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<h2>Fire breaks out at electronics shop</h2>

Earlier on Monday, another fire was reported&nbsp;at an electronics store located in the Indian city's Shalibanda area. However,&nbsp;there were no reported casualties.

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Six fire tenders along with 30 fire fighting personnel despatched to the spot and successfully extinguished the flames, a local fire official told ANI.&nbsp;

"A fire broke out at an electronics showroom at Shalibanda. The fire spread to the second and third floors of the showroom," said&nbsp;Srinivas Reddy, district fire officer, speaking about the incident.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He added, "After three hours of work, we controlled the fire. The incident happened around 1 am&nbsp;today."

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At least nine people have been killed and several others were injured after a fire broke out in the Indian city of Hyderabad at a chemical warehouse on Monday (Nov 13).

At least nine people have been killed and several others were injured after a fire broke out in the Indian city of Hyderabad at a chemical warehouse on Monday (Nov 13). The incident, which took place in the city's Nampally area, is said to have been caused by a spark during a car repair. About the incident A report by news agency ANI citing Hyderabad's Central Zone DCP Venkateshwar Rao said that the blaze was caused by a spark during a car repair and spread to the chemicals kept in the warehouse. "The repair work of a car was going on in the godown on the ground floor. The sparks spread to the chemical barrel kept in the godown and caused the fire. Within no time, the fire engulfed other floors of the building and caused six deaths," said Rao. Fire tenders were rushed to the spot and the blaze was brought under control, said the DCP. ALSO READ | ‘All are safe’: Communication established with around 40 workers trapped in tunnel collapse in Uttarakhand So far 21 people have been evacuated from the building, out of which 10 people were shifted to a hospital while six of them died, a senior fire department official told reporters, as per news agency PTI. The fire department official, based on preliminary information, said that the victims are suspected to have died of asphyxiation. Director General of Fire Services, Nagi Reddy said that the storage of chemicals in the building might have been done illegally. "Chemicals were stored in the stilt area of the building and the fire was caused due to these chemicals," he added. Meanwhile, Telangana Chief Minister KC Rao has expressed grief over the incident and offered condolences, while instructing the officials concerned to provide all relief measures immediately. Watch | A 'daring rescue' #WATCH | Daring rescue of a child and woman amid massive fire in a storage godown located in an apartment complex in Bazarghat, Nampally of Hyderabad pic.twitter.com/Z2F1JAL8wa — ANI (@ANI) November 13, 2023 × Fire breaks out at electronics shop Earlier on Monday, another fire was reported at an electronics store located in the Indian city's Shalibanda area. However, there were no reported casualties. ALSO READ | Major fire breaks out at firecrackers market in India’s Uttar Pradesh, nine injured Six fire tenders along with 30 fire fighting personnel despatched to the spot and successfully extinguished the flames, a local fire official told ANI. "A fire broke out at an electronics showroom at Shalibanda. The fire spread to the second and third floors of the showroom," said Srinivas Reddy, district fire officer, speaking about the incident. He added, "After three hours of work, we controlled the fire. The incident happened around 1 am today." (With inputs from agencies)

India: Death toll after Hyderabad building blaze rises to nine

In a devastating incident that occurred early Sunday (August 13), a fire engulfed a residential building located in the central district of Grasse, a renowned city in the French Riviera.

The blaze killed three people, while leaving three others in critical condition and four with minor injuries.

The fire, now extinguished, inflicted significant damage on the upper floors of the five-story building, casting a shadow over the picturesque town known for its fragrance heritage, reported AFP.&nbsp;

The origin of the fire, which tore through the historical heart of Grasse, remains shrouded in uncertainty.

The edifice's top three levels bore the brunt of the flames, with the exterior partially charred. The stairwell suffered the most substantial impact, while the individual units endured smoke-related harm, according to Jean-Christophe Demarte, leading the rescue operation, who spoke to AFP.&nbsp;

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<h2>Emergency response </h2>

Local residents sounded the alarm, prompting firefighters to rush to the scene at approximately 3:00 am (0100 GMT).

Tragically, one life was lost as a person leapt from the building, while two more bodies were discovered within its confines.

Witnesses recounted harrowing scenes, including a woman's urgent cries for assistance and a man's desperate fall while attempting to escape the inferno.

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<h2>Heart of the old town</h2>

Situated in a vibrant square within Grasse's old town, the ill-fated building was a hub of activity during the summer months, attracting both tourists and locals.

The charming locale, adorned with eateries, a fountain, and charming pedestrian pathways, now bears the scars of the calamity that unfolded.

Jerome Viaud, the city's mayor, clarified that while the building did not exhibit structural deficiencies, plans for renovations were slated for October, focusing on communal spaces and the facade.

Although speculation about the fire's cause abounds, Viaud emphasised the need for patience as investigators seek to determine whether the incident was accidental or malicious in nature.

Authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation to ascertain the root cause of the tragic fire. The city's prosecutor confirmed that a probe is currently underway to shed light on the circumstances that led to this unfortunate event.

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In a devastating incident that occurred early Sunday (August 13), a fire engulfed a residential building located in the central district of Grasse, a renowned city in the French Riviera.

In a devastating incident that occurred early Sunday (August 13), a fire engulfed a residential building located in the central district of Grasse, a renowned city in the French Riviera. The blaze killed three people, while leaving three others in critical condition and four with minor injuries. The fire, now extinguished, inflicted significant damage on the upper floors of the five-story building, casting a shadow over the picturesque town known for its fragrance heritage, reported AFP. The origin of the fire, which tore through the historical heart of Grasse, remains shrouded in uncertainty. The edifice's top three levels bore the brunt of the flames, with the exterior partially charred. The stairwell suffered the most substantial impact, while the individual units endured smoke-related harm, according to Jean-Christophe Demarte, leading the rescue operation, who spoke to AFP. Also read | Eiffel Tower in Paris briefly evacuated after bomb threat: Reports Emergency response Local residents sounded the alarm, prompting firefighters to rush to the scene at approximately 3:00 am (0100 GMT). Tragically, one life was lost as a person leapt from the building, while two more bodies were discovered within its confines. Witnesses recounted harrowing scenes, including a woman's urgent cries for assistance and a man's desperate fall while attempting to escape the inferno. Also watch | UK: Six dead after migrant boat capsizes crossing from France to UK Heart of the old town Situated in a vibrant square within Grasse's old town, the ill-fated building was a hub of activity during the summer months, attracting both tourists and locals. The charming locale, adorned with eateries, a fountain, and charming pedestrian pathways, now bears the scars of the calamity that unfolded. Jerome Viaud, the city's mayor, clarified that while the building did not exhibit structural deficiencies, plans for renovations were slated for October, focusing on communal spaces and the facade. Although speculation about the fire's cause abounds, Viaud emphasised the need for patience as investigators seek to determine whether the incident was accidental or malicious in nature. Authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation to ascertain the root cause of the tragic fire. The city's prosecutor confirmed that a probe is currently underway to shed light on the circumstances that led to this unfortunate event. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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According to the reports, Russian firefighters are battling a fire of "7,000 square metres" that broke out overnight in a shopping centre in a Moscow suburb. Watch this video to know more.

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At least 10 workers, nine of them Indian nationals, were killed after a fire engulfed a building where several foreign workers were staying in the capital Male city of Maldives. &nbsp;

According to officials, 10 bodies were recovered from the upper floor of the building while resuce operation is on to locate others.&nbsp;

Another person killed in the blaze was a Bangladesh national, a security official told AFP news agency.&nbsp;

Though details about the cause of fire is yet to emerge, reports claim that the fire originated from a ground-floor vehicle repair garage.&nbsp;

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"We have found 10 bodies," a fire service official said, adding that it took them about four hours to put out the fire, according to news agency AFP.&nbsp;

The Indian High Commission in Maldives expressed condolences over the tragic incident&nbsp;and said&nbsp;that they are in close contact with the family members of the deceased. &nbsp;

“We are deeply saddened by the tragic fire incident in Malé which has caused loss of lives, including reportedly of Indian nationals. We are in close contact with the Maldivian authorities,” the High Commission of India in Maldives said in a tweet.&nbsp;

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Maldives president Ibrahim Mohamed Solih said that he has launched a probe into the incident.&nbsp;

“The dangerous fire incident in the city yesterday is a very sad incident. Many people have lost their lives and a large number have been injured. The incident is currently being investigated. Condolences to the families of the deceased,” he tweeted.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the National Disaster Management Authority of Maldives said they have set up an evacuation centre in a nearby stadium.&nbsp;

“NDMA has established an evacuation center in Maafannu Stadium for those displaced and affected by the fire in Male’. Arrangements are being made to provide relief assistance and support,” it said in a tweet.&nbsp;

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At least 10 workers, nine of them Indian nationals, were killed after a fire engulfed a building where several foreign workers were staying in the capital Male city of Maldives.

At least 10 workers, nine of them Indian nationals, were killed after a fire engulfed a building where several foreign workers were staying in the capital Male city of Maldives. According to officials, 10 bodies were recovered from the upper floor of the building while resuce operation is on to locate others. Another person killed in the blaze was a Bangladesh national, a security official told AFP news agency. Though details about the cause of fire is yet to emerge, reports claim that the fire originated from a ground-floor vehicle repair garage. Deadliest fire tragedy in the #Maldives. 11 dead bodies found so far. Reportedly all are migrant workers, packed in an overcrowded accommodation above a garage in the capital Male’ City. pic.twitter.com/Y9FhKSnDkz — Save Maldives (@SaveMaldivess) November 10, 2022 × "We have found 10 bodies," a fire service official said, adding that it took them about four hours to put out the fire, according to news agency AFP. The Indian High Commission in Maldives expressed condolences over the tragic incident and said that they are in close contact with the family members of the deceased. “We are deeply saddened by the tragic fire incident in Malé which has caused loss of lives, including reportedly of Indian nationals. We are in close contact with the Maldivian authorities,” the High Commission of India in Maldives said in a tweet. We are deeply saddened by the tragic fire incident in Malé which has caused loss of lives, including reportedly of Indian nationals. We are in close contact with the Maldivian authorities. For any assistance, HCI can be reached on following numbers: +9607361452 ; +9607790701 — India in Maldives (@HCIMaldives) November 10, 2022 × Maldives president Ibrahim Mohamed Solih said that he has launched a probe into the incident. “The dangerous fire incident in the city yesterday is a very sad incident. Many people have lost their lives and a large number have been injured. The incident is currently being investigated. Condolences to the families of the deceased,” he tweeted. Meanwhile, the National Disaster Management Authority of Maldives said they have set up an evacuation centre in a nearby stadium. “NDMA has established an evacuation center in Maafannu Stadium for those displaced and affected by the fire in Male’. Arrangements are being made to provide relief assistance and support,” it said in a tweet. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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In a disastrous event, fire engulfed a building in a commercial district in Japan's Osaka. 27 people are being feared dead in the unfortunate incident.

Japan: Fire engulfs building in a commercial district in Osaka

In a disastrous event, a fire engulfed a building in a commercial district in Japan's Osaka. 27 people are being feared dead in the unfortunate incident.

Japan: Police probes arson as a possible cause for a building fire in a commercial district in Osaka

On Friday afternoon, a level-4 fire broke out at a multi-story residential structure near the Lalbaug neighbourhood of Parel in South Mumbai.

There are up to 12 firefighter units on the scene attempting to put out the inferno.

On the 19th level of the Avighna Park Towers skyscraper, a fire has erupted.

At least one individual is said to have died as a result of the event.&nbsp;

The footage showed a guy plunging from the 19th storey of the building, which was engulfed in flames.

The huge fire emitted heavy plumes of black smoke that could be seen for kilometres in the air.

The bulk of the people, including numerous old folks and children, were able to flee on their own.

Soon after the tragedy, Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar and other top district officials arrived on the scene to monitor the rescue operation.

The origin of the incident, which is suspected to be a short-circuit, is being investigated, and the building is stated to have all fire-safety precautions in place, according to the inhabitants.

As a huge fire raged on that floor, videos showed dark plumes of smoke rising.&nbsp;

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On Friday afternoon, a level-4 fire broke out at a multi-story residential structure near the Lalbaug neighbourhood of Parel in South Mumbai. There are up to 12 firefighter units on the scene attempting to put out the inferno.

On Friday afternoon, a level-4 fire broke out at a multi-story residential structure near the Lalbaug neighbourhood of Parel in South Mumbai. There are up to 12 firefighter units on the scene attempting to put out the inferno. On the 19th level of the Avighna Park Towers skyscraper, a fire has erupted. At least one individual is said to have died as a result of the event. The footage showed a guy plunging from the 19th storey of the building, which was engulfed in flames. The huge fire emitted heavy plumes of black smoke that could be seen for kilometres in the air. The bulk of the people, including numerous old folks and children, were able to flee on their own. Soon after the tragedy, Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar and other top district officials arrived on the scene to monitor the rescue operation. The origin of the incident, which is suspected to be a short-circuit, is being investigated, and the building is stated to have all fire-safety precautions in place, according to the inhabitants. As a huge fire raged on that floor, videos showed dark plumes of smoke rising. (With inputs from agencies)

Massive fire at 60-storey residential building in Mumbai, 1 dead

After engulfing a residential building overnight on Thursday, a fire in southern Taiwan killed 46&nbsp;people and wounded scores more.

According to fire department authorities in Kaohsiung, the 13-story structure started fire about 3 a.m.

According to officials, 55 individuals were brought to the hospital, including 14 persons who exhibited no signs of life.

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Throughout the afternoon, firefighters were performing search and rescue operations.

According to the fire service, the blaze was "very intense" and damaged numerous stories of the structure. 
 
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Firefighters are uncertain of the cause of the fire, however they did notice that flames burned most strongly where there was a lot of trash piled up.

Eyewitnesses informed local news outlets that they heard an explosion around 3 a.m. 
 
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According to an official statement, the building is roughly 40 years old, with stores on the lower levels and flats on the upper levels.

While the fire was extinguished, the lowest floors of the structure were entirely charred.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

After engulfing a residential building overnight on Thursday, a fire in southern Taiwan killed 46 people and wounded scores more. According to fire department authorities in Kaohsiung, the 13-story structure started fire about 3 a.

After engulfing a residential building overnight on Thursday, a fire in southern Taiwan killed 46 people and wounded scores more. According to fire department authorities in Kaohsiung, the 13-story structure started fire about 3 a.m. According to officials, 55 individuals were brought to the hospital, including 14 persons who exhibited no signs of life. Only in a hospital may an official death certificate be issued in Taiwan. At least 11 persons discovered on the scene were immediately taken to the morgue, according to the director of the fire department, who spoke to journalists at the scene of the fire. Throughout the afternoon, firefighters were performing search and rescue operations. According to the fire service, the blaze was "very intense" and damaged numerous stories of the structure. Firefighters are uncertain of the cause of the fire, however they did notice that flames burned most strongly where there was a lot of trash piled up. Eyewitnesses informed local news outlets that they heard an explosion around 3 a.m. According to an official statement, the building is roughly 40 years old, with stores on the lower levels and flats on the upper levels. While the fire was extinguished, the lowest floors of the structure were entirely charred. (With inputs from agencies)

Fire in southern Taiwan leaves 46 people dead, dozens injured

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