At least 10 people have been hospitalized after a fire broke out in an apartment building in the southern ring road area of Elbasan, central Albania, around midday today.

A gas cylinder is suspected to have caused the blaze, although the exact circumstances remain unclear.

According to preliminary information, at least 10 people were taken to hospital after suffering from smoke inhalation.

The injured are currently receiving medical treatment.

Further details about the incident and the extent of the damage are expected to emerge.