Fifty-two people were rescued by firefighters but several others are still missing following the fire
At least six people were killed when theFire crews in Wellington have now handed the scene over to the police, and officers are hoping to enter the building within hours.Officials have warned the investigation will be extensive, methodical and could take several days.Inspector Dion Bennett said:"Alongside the scene examination, officers will be working to locate and recover those who lost their lives in the fire.
"I again want to provide the reassurance that we have a large number of officers working on this investigation, with the aim of providing them the answers they need as quickly as possible." Mr Adan escaped with just his mobile phone and jacket and said he does not know where he is going to sleep.
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