Investigations continue into a fire last week at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex, which killed at least 159 people.
Hong Kong fire death toll climbs to 159, including a 1-year-old baby
The death toll in Hong Kong's apartment complex fire climbed to 159 on Wednesday, as six people were arrested on suspicion of deactivating some fire alarms during maintenance work at the housing complex, authorities said.
A 1-year-old was among 159 killed in Hong Kong apartment fires. 30 others remain missing
The death toll from a high-rise apartment fire in Hong Kong has risen to 159. Authorities arrested six people on suspicion of deactivating fire alarms during maintenance work.
The Hong Kong Fire: A Crisis in the National Security Era
The authorities quickly arrested critics demanding accountability, signaling an expansive use of the security law to silence dissent over nonpolitical tragedies.
Hong Kong Fire Draws Fury Over Ignored Warnings
For many, it was already too late. Within hours, seven of the eight towers in Wang Fuk Court were ablaze. The inferno raged for nearly two days, burning victims beyond recognition in their apartments.
Hong Kong leader orders independent inquiry into deadly highrise fire
Hong Kong's leader said on Tuesday a judge-led committee will investigate the cause of the city's deadliest fire in decades and review government oversight of building renovations blamed for fanning a ...
Tip of an iceberg: Hong Kong’s deadly blaze raises anger over corruption and safety lapses
As Hong Kong mourns after a high-rise fire killed at least 151 people, anger is mounting over building safety lapses and government oversight.
Hong Kong to start independent inquiry into deadly fire as public pressure mounts
Hong Kong has set up an independent committee to investigate a deadly fire that burned seven apartment buildings and killed at least 151 people.
Hong Kong leader orders investigation into deadly fire that killed 151
Hong Kong's leader John Lee has ordered the creation of an independent committee to investigate the cause of a devastating fire that killed at least 151 people.
Hong Kong to set up inquiry into deadly fire
The fire started in scaffolding that had been set up around the Wang Fuk Court complex for maintenance work and spread to seven of the eight towers.
Hong Kong fire survivor recounts devastating last phone call with wife of 40 years
Yip Ka-kui watched in agony as fire engulfed his Hong Kong apartment building, speaking with his wife of 40 years who was trapped inside.
Hong Kong’s Response to Deadly Fire Is Squeezed by China’s Firm Hand
Official efforts to control the public response include a threat to arrest those who direct their anger at the government.
Hong Kong investigators highlight role of netting in deadly fire
Authorities say construction materials at site of disaster that killed 151 did not comply with anti-flammability standards ...
Hong Kong apartment fire death toll mounts, and China stifles criticism as safety violations are revealed
As the death toll in the Hong Kong apartment complex fire tops 150, Chinese authorities seek to stifle criticism amid new revelations of safety violations.