A major fire erupted on Wednesday afternoon in several high-rise buildings in Tai Po, Hong Kong, sending panic through the neighborhood. Flames from the fire were reportedly visible from kilometers away, heightening fears among residents and passersby.
The Fire Services Department (FSD) confirmed that several people remain trapped inside the buildings. Multiple fire trucks and emergency personnel rushed to the scene to bring the blaze under control and rescue those affected.
Local media reported chaotic scenes as residents tried to evacuate, and authorities urged everyone in the area to stay away from the affected buildings while firefighting operations continued.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, and updates from local authorities are expected as rescue and containment efforts proceed.
This incident highlights the risk of urban fires in densely populated areas of Hong Kong and the urgent need for rapid response and fire safety measures in high-rise structures.
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