Death toll in Hong Kong apartment complex blaze rises to 146 as the city mourns
Summary
The death toll from the Hong Kong Wang Fuk Court apartment complex fire has risen to 146, with ongoing investigations revealing fire code violations and negligence amid community mourning.
Key Points
- The death toll in the Hong Kong apartment complex fire has risen to 146, with more bodies being discovered during ongoing searches.
- The fire at the Wang Fuk Court complex in Tai Po, clad in bamboo scaffolding and foam panels, spread rapidly and engulfed seven of eight buildings.
- Three men linked to the construction company responsible for the renovations have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter, with further arrests made by anti-corruption authorities.
- Authorities ordered suspension of 28 other building projects by the same contractor for safety audits; nationwide inspections of high-rise fire hazards have been announced.
