Pakistani fire-fighters are battling to bring a major fire under control in a Karachi timber market.

The fire broke out in a densely-populated part of the city and spread, forcing residents to flee. 

Some witnesses said fire crews had trouble reaching the scene because they couldn't find a way through the heavily-congested area.

The flames could be seen for miles across the city.

The cause of the blaze wasn't immediately known.

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