Massive fire in Marina Tower, Dubai

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A massive blaze has engulfed the ‘Marina Torch’ skyscraper in Dubai, forcing thousands of people to flee the 336-meter-high tower – one of the tallest residential buildings in the world.

The fire started in the middle of the tower, rapidly spreading across some 15 floors, according to photos and videos from the scene.

As the fire spread, chunks of the facade were seen falling down. Thousands of people were evacuated, gulfnews.com reported.

The scene of a colossal building in flames is reminiscent of the “Titanic going down,” a witness told the Dubai-based paper.

Police have yet to confirm if anyone has been killed as a result of the blaze, local media reports. Many people evacuated from the building, however, have suffered from smoke inhalation, according to Gulf Business.

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