A tragic fire late Sunday night tore through a ground-floor unit of an apartment complex in Phu Tho Hoa ward, southern Ho Chi Minh City, killing eight people, including six adults and two children, Vietnam News Agency reported.
The blaze started at around 10 p.m. local time, and officials say its cause is still under investigation.
The incident underscores the risks faced by residents in densely populated urban neighborhoods and highlights the importance of robust fire prevention measures.
Ho Chi Minh City officials have extended condolences to the families affected by the fire and have pledged to review safety protocols in similar residential buildings.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
