Blaze traps hundreds in Hong Kong tower, 13 hospitalised

Hong Kong | Hundreds of people were trapped on the rooftop of a Hong Kong skyscraper after a major fire broke out on Wednesday, as firefighters rushed to stage a dramatic rescue and put out the blaze.

At least 13 people were sent to hospital for treatment, according to authorities. Three of them suffered injuries while 10 others were suffering from the effects of smoke inhalation.

AP