The construction site of a skyscraper in Hong Kong was engulfed in flames late Thursday, mobilizing a large contingent of firefighters, according to city authorities.
The fire broke out at 11:11 p.m. (3:11 p.m. Paris time) in Tsim Sha Tsui, a busy commercial and tourist district on the seafront. No casualties were reported by early Friday, according to the government.
The flames were first seen near scaffolding at the top of the building.
The blaze was visible from the harbor and sent cinders tumbling down the nearby streets.
An hour later, the fire spread to the entire building under construction and descended towards the street, where hundreds of onlookers had gathered.
The building under construction, 42 floors, was to house a hotel and the historic Mariners' Club according to the website of its promoter, the Empire Group.
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