Hundreds of firefighters have spent hours tackling the blaze, which began in apartment blocks surrounded by mesh netting.
Hong Kong high-rise death toll rises to 65, with dozens still missing
Though the origin of the fire is unclear, investigators are focusing on the bamboo scaffolding and green netting surrounding the towers at Wang Fuk Court in the district of Tai Po.
Hundreds still missing in Hong Kong apartment complex fire, at least 55 dead
Hong Kong firefighters brought under control a huge blaze in an apartment complex that killed at least 55 and left nearly 300 missing.
Hong Kong’s Worst Fire in Generations Fuels Scrutiny of Safety Lapses
The authorities said flammable netting and foam boards may have fueled the city’s deadliest blaze in nearly 70 years, killing 55 and prompting arrests.
Hong Kong Buildings Blaze Kills 36, Nearly 300 Missing
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Hong Kong Fire | 55 Dead After Fire Ravages 7 High-Rise Buildings In Hong Kong, 3 Arrested
Firefighters were still dousing a devastating fire Thursday which ripped through a Hong Kong high-rise complex, killing at least 55 people and leaving hundreds missing according to authorities. The ...
Rescuers search smoldering Hong Kong buildings for survivors after fire kills dozens
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Hong Kong high-rise burns for a 2nd day as death toll rises to 55, 3 arrested
Though the origin of the fire is unclear, investigators are focusing on the bamboo scaffolding and green netting surrounding the towers at Wang Fuk Court in the district of Tai Po.
At least 55 dead and hundreds missing after fire engulfs Hong Kong tower blocks
Three people have been arrested and a corruption investigation has been launched into the city's worst fire in 70 years.
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Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 55 people with fires still burning, officials say
The death toll from the massive fire at a residential apartment complex in Hong Kong rose to 55 as of Thursday, as search and rescue efforts continued.
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Hong Kong Fire Kills At Least 44
Dark smoke was rising nearly 24 hours after the blaze engulfed the apartment complex. More than 270 people were still missing.