Fire that killed at least 44 burns in Hong Kong towers for a second day
Summary
A deadly fire in Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court towers has killed at least 44 people and injured many, with firefighting efforts continuing amid challenging conditions. Three construction company men have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter amid investigations into flammable materials used in renovations.
Key Points
- A fire in the Wang Fuk Court high-rise complex in Hong Kong has killed at least 44 people and injured 62.
- Fire spread rapidly due to suspected flammable materials used on the building exterior and scaffolding during renovation.
- Three men associated with the construction company responsible for the renovation were arrested on suspicion of manslaughter.
- The fire is the deadliest in Hong Kong in decades, disrupting normal election preparations and prompting official condolences from Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
