Group 1 - The Hong Kong government has declared a period of mourning from November 29 to December 1, lowering flags to honor the victims of the fire at Hong Fu Court in Tai Po, with government officials canceling non-essential public activities [1] - The fire, classified as a level five alarm, occurred on the afternoon of November 26, and firefighting and rescue operations were completed by November 28 [1] - Community support has been significant, with over 1,200 volunteers recruited in two days to assist with material distribution, medical aid, and daily living support for affected residents [1][2] Group 2 - Donations of warm clothing, bedding, and hot meals have been made by citizens to support those affected, as nighttime temperatures have dropped to around 16-17 degrees Celsius [1] - Various sectors of society, including individuals from mainland China and Macau, have responded quickly to assist Hong Kong, with the Guangdong province providing rescue equipment and medical supplies [2] - The Macau government has pledged a donation of 30 million Hong Kong dollars to support rescue and reconstruction efforts following the fire [2]
香港降半旗哀悼大埔火灾罹难者 各地各界守望相助共渡难关
Yang Guang Wang·2025-11-29 05:52