A 42-storey skyscraper was severely damaged in central Chinese city Changsha after a fire engulfed it on Friday. The blaze broke out at 3:48 pm in Lotus Garden China telecom building. According to the authorities, no casualties have been reported so far.
At least 36 fire engines and 280 firefighters were rushed to the spot, according to the Human Fire department. By 5 pm, the blaze was controlled and extinguished, but the firefighters continued with their rescue operation. According to the state broadcaster, CCTV, thick smoke billowed from the site, and dozens of floors burned ferociously.
An initial photograph released

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