Summary

  • At least four people have reportedly been killed in a major fire engulfing apartment blocks in Hong Kong

  • People were earlier reported to be trapped in the buildings

  • Pictures show the flames spreading on bamboo scaffolding outside the blocks

Live Reporting

Edited by Owen Amos

  1. Watch: Firefighters tackle blaze

  2. Smoke seen billowing from towers

    Pictures from the Wang Fuk Court housing estate, in Tai Po, Hong Kong show smoke billowing from the tower blocks.

    Hong Kong tower on fireReuters
    Hong Kong tower on fireReuters
    Hong Kong tower on fireReuters

  3. Four reported dead as fire engulfs Hong Kong buildings
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    Hong Kong fireReuters

    At least four people are reported dead as a fire engulfs multiple high-rise residential buildings in Hong Kong.

    Footage shows flames and smoke billowing from the towers, where several people are also believed to be trapped.

    The fire is believed to have spread through bamboo scaffolding on the outside of the buildings, and emergency services are at the scene.

    This is a breaking news story and we'll bring you more updates shortly.