Man scales building to escape 'suspicious' fire on the Gold Coast

A man has been filmed scaling a building after a fire broke out inside a high-rise unit complex on the Gold Coast overnight.

Police responded to the "suspicious" fire on the 10th floor about 12.45am at the Equinox Sun Resort in Surfers Paradise.

About 82 people were treated at the scene by paramedics, some for smoke inhalation.

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Four people were taken to hospital, including a man in his 40s with non-life-threatening injuries.

All patients are in a stable condition. 

A crime scene has been established and investigations are continuing.

Police would like to speak to anyone with relevant information.

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