At least 94 people died and more than 80 others, including firefighters, were injured to varying degrees in a major fire that broke out in Hong Kong, Zamin.uz reported.
According to local media reports on November 28, the fire occurred in a residential complex in the Tai Po district and caused significant damage. The fire started on November 26 and spread quickly through bamboo construction barriers, reaching several high-rise buildings.
The fire engulfed five of the eight buildings in the Wang Fuk Court complex. Among the victims was one firefighter.
He lost contact with his team while extinguishing the fire and was later found with burn marks. The government assigned the highest — level 5 hazard category to this fire.
This is considered one of the most serious fires in Hong Kong in the last 16 years. Fire service officials emphasized that wind and airborne debris contributed to the rapid spread of the flames.
Although the exact cause of the fire has not yet been officially announced, local residents suggest that the smoking habits of nearby workers may have posed a safety threat. An investigation into the incident is underway.
Three men have been arrested on suspicion of causing death by negligence. Hong Kong is one of the most densely populated cities, where major fires used to occur frequently.
However, in recent years, such incidents have significantly decreased due to strengthened safety measures. Today's fire has brought these issues back into focus.
