A massive fire is tearing through a hotel in the popular Thai tourist destination of Pattaya, with reports of people trapped inside the building.
Blaze Engulfs Hotel in Pattaya
Images from the scene show fire brigade vehicles and crowds of people gathered outside the hotel as thick smoke billows from the structure. The fire service has confirmed that there are individuals trapped within the building, and firefighters are actively working to rescue them.
In a statement, the fire service said: "There were many people trapped in the building. Firefighters were on the way to rescue."
Emergency Response Underway
Emergency services are at the scene, attempting to bring the blaze under control and evacuate those still inside. The cause of the fire is not yet known, and authorities are urging people to avoid the area to allow emergency crews to operate.
This is a developing story, and more details will be provided as they become available.
