Huge fire tears through two blocks of flats in Valencia as terrified locals scream from balconies

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A huge fire has torn through two blocks of flats in the eastern Spanish city of Valencia, injuring at least 13 people, officials have confirmed.Firefighters raced to the scene in the city centre where flames could be seen engulfing the 14-storey residential building where the inferno reportedly started.Initial emergency service reports said there were at least 13 people injured with fractures, burns and smoke inhalation.

The 13 included six firefighters.Shocking footage from the scene shows residents trapped on balconies waiting to be rescued reports the Mirror.The fire began in the early evening of February 22 and spread to an adjacent building, state news agency Efe reported.

Initial emergency service reports said there were at least seven people injured.Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez posted on X and wrote he was "shocked by the terrible fire in a building in Valencia" and he had offered the city "all the help that is necessary".Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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