Fire hits a building in Binondo, Manila

A huge fire has reportedly hit the Binondo Terrace building in Binondo, Manila.

An initial report from the ground says witnesses are seeing thick red flames and black smoke raging at the eight floor of the building.

The area is located along Reina Regente St. and Alvarado St. 

It is near Lucky Chinatown Mall.

Firetrucks are arriving at the scene as of noon time on Thursday.

The blaze is currently on fifth alarm.