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Cambodia hotel fire kills at least 10 - in pictures

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Firefighters battle a deadly fire at the Grand Diamond City hotel and casino in Poipet, Cambodia. AFP
Parts of the complex were destroyed by the fire. AFP
The hotel and casino complex is near the border with Thailand. The country sent firefighters to help. AP
At least 10 people died in the blaze and dozens were injured. AP
Some of those injured were in a critical condition. AFP
People flash lights from a window during the fire. AFP
About 50 Thai citizens were trapped inside the hotel and casino complex. AFP
At least 360 emergency personnel and 11 fire engines were sent to the scene. AFP
Rescue workers carry a person injured during the fire. AFP
Firefighters battle the flames. AFP
Emergency workers rescue people trapped in the complex. AFP
People gather on window ledges to escape the blaze. AFP
Smoke rises from hotel and casino complex. AFP

Firefighters battle a deadly fire at the Grand Diamond City hotel and casino in Poipet, Cambodia. AFP

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