A fire that erupted on November 26 at Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court residential complex has killed 65 people, with around 300 still missing.
Death Toll and Missing
As of the latest updates, 65 people have died in the fire that broke out on Wednesday, 26 November at the Wang Fuk Court residential complex in Hong Kong, and about 300 people who were not found are presumed trapped in the ruins.
Police Investigate Cause of Fire Spread
The police released initial findings indicating that the fire’s rapid spread may have been caused by “shocking negligence” by the construction company, which allegedly used hazardous materials. Three men have been arrested on charges of involuntary manslaughter, and a corruption probe is also underway.
Firefighters Spot Flammable Panels in Windows
Chief Andy Yeung said firefighters noticed several homes within the complex had windows covered with Polystyrene panels, incredibly flammable. Their presence was unusual, prompting the fire brigade to report the matter to police for further investigation.
Wang Fuk Court Complex
The Tai Po district complex was built 40 years ago. It consists of eight 31‑floor towers and originally accommodated nearly 2,000 apartments, each about 40 m² in size, housing approximately 4,500 residents.