Death toll rises to 128 in Hong Kong residential fire as 8 more arrested over towers' renovation
Summary
The death toll from a massive fire in a Hong Kong residential complex has risen to 128, with 8 more arrests made related to renovation work. Authorities continue investigations into fire safety violations involving flammable materials and scaffolding.
Key Points
- The death toll from a major fire in a Hong Kong high-rise complex has risen to 128, with many still unaccounted for.
- Authorities arrested eight people involved in the towers' renovation, including construction company directors and subcontractors.
- Highly flammable foam panels and bamboo scaffolding contributed to the rapid spread of the fire across multiple buildings.
- The government has ordered inspections of housing complexes undergoing renovations to ensure compliance with fire safety standards.
