Hong Kong Fire Tragedy: 44 Dead, 300 Missing
Update: 2025-11-27
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A devastating fire in Hong Kongs Wang Fuk Court complex has claimed at least forty-four lives, with hundreds unaccounted for. The blaze, fueled by unsafe scaffolding and foam materials, has been raging since Wednesday, with firefighters battling extreme heat and smoke. Three men from the construction company have been arrested for suspected gross negligence. The complex, consisting of eight blocks with two thousand apartments, has been under renovation for a year. The tragedy underscores concerns about building safety and construction practices in Hong Kong.
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