Hanoi, Vietnam—Smoke poured from the windows of a residential apartment building early this morning. Two people were found dead inside the unit after firefighters gained control of the blaze. The city fire department received the initial call at approximately 8:00 AM.

The fire started in one of the middle floors. It spread rapidly through the apartment’s living area. High-density housing creates significant challenges for fire crews during these events. Narrow access points blocked the primary fire trucks for several minutes.

Residents evacuated the building as alarms sounded through the hallways. Smoke filled the stairwells, making descent difficult for people on higher floors. Several individuals were treated for smoke inhalation at the building’s entrance.

Firefighters used heavy ventilation equipment to clear the thick black smoke. The interior of the affected apartment was gutted by the heat. Investigators believe the blaze was confined to a single unit.

The city fire department managed to prevent the flames from spreading to neighboring apartments. They searched the entire floor to ensure no other residents were trapped. The building’s power was cut as a precaution during the operation.

Victims were located by rescue teams during the secondary sweep. They were pronounced dead on the scene by medical staff. Identification of the deceased is being processed by the local police.

Authorities have locked down the floor for forensic investigation. They are looking for the point of origin for the blaze. Early reports mention faulty electrical wiring in the building’s older sections.

The building management has been summoned to provide maintenance records. Residents remain displaced while structural inspectors review the safety of the unit. The scene is currently under investigation by city officials.