23 Mar 2018 | 03:13 AM UTC
Vietnam: Fire at condo complex in Ho Chi Minh City leaves 13 dead March 23
Fire at condominium complex in Ho Chi Minh City leaves 13 people dead and 27 others injured March 23; localized traffic disruptions expected in coming hours
Event
A fire ignited in the Carina Plaza building, a condominium complex in Ho Chi Minh City, early on Friday, March 23 (local time), leaving at least 13 people dead and 27 others injured. Firefighters have since brought the blaze under control. Further details, including whether there are people missing, are still emerging. Localized traffic disruptions are expected in the affected area in the coming hours.
Advice
Individuals in Ho Chi Minh City are advised to avoid the affected area, monitor developments to the situation, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
