In China, 14 people became victims of a fire in a residential complex

As a result of a fire in a residential building in Taiyuan city of Shanxi province in northern China, 14 people were killed. This is reported by the Agency “Xinhua” with reference to local authorities.

The fire occurred in the building of the Haosheng International Apartment in Inze district. According to local authorities, the fire began on November 8 at 16:59 local time (11:59 GMT).

According to Reuters, the open flames were extinguished about two hours after the fire began. The search and rescue operation ended the same day. 38 people were taken to hospitals. Authorities initially reported five dead.

The cause of the fire, according to Reuters, has not yet been established. Law enforcement agencies are investigating.

According to Chinese media reports, the complex consists of two connected parts: the main building of about 40 floors, mainly with residential apartments, and a nine-storey adjoining building, which houses hotels, training centers and other commercial premises. This is where the fire started.