A fire that hit a hotel and casino complex in the Philippine capital has killed least three employees, trapped two others and forced the evacuation of more than 300 guests. Firemen battle a fire that engulfs the Manila Pavilion Hotel and Casino. Police said it remains unclear if the fire at the Manila Pavilion Hotel and Casino, which was still raging after seven hours, started in the casino in the lower floors or in an area of the hotel that was under renovation. TV footage showed dark grey smoke billowing from the first and second floors of the hotel as rescuers brought people out of the building. "The smoke is very heavy and, second, there's the wind that we're trying to overcome," Mr Yu said.

Source: Irish Examiner March 18, 2018 09:45 UTC