Hong Kong Fire: Deadliest Blaze in 80 Years
Update: 2025-11-29
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Hong Kong mourns as fire claims 128 lives, with hundreds missing, in the citys deadliest blaze in nearly eighty years. The fire, which started during renovations at the Wang Fuk Court complex, was fueled by bamboo scaffolding, green mesh, and foam insulation. Authorities have arrested eleven people, including engineers and construction directors, for potential corruption and use of unsafe materials. The government has established a fund and volunteers have mobilized to assist the displaced residents. The disaster underscores the need for stricter safety regulations in construction projects.
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