Phnom Penh, Cambodia
CNN
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Victims jumped to their deaths from burning buildings in a frantic try to flee a lethal fireplace that engulfed a on line casino in Cambodia Wednesday, Thai rescue staff stated.
The rescuers stated at the very least 11 individuals have been killed however the loss of life toll was anticipated to rise increased from the blaze on the Grand Diamond City Hotel and Casino in Poipet, which borders Thailand.
Patcharin Thaenthong, chief of a Thai rescue crew who responded to emergency calls from Cambodian authorities, stated among the victims appeared to have died from smoke inhalation. “When we arrived, we could not get in because the fire had already taken over (most of) the buildings,” he stated.
Approximately 700 Thai residents have been rescued and despatched to hospitals in Thailand, in keeping with authorities.
Photos from the scene present large brilliant amber flames and plumes of smoke rising from…
2022-12-29 01:54:03 Cambodia on line casino fireplace: Horrific scenes in Poipet as individuals soar to flee lethal blaze
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