Dozens dead after fire engulfs Hong Kong high-rise housing estate
NBC News·2025-11-27 11:41
Incident Overview - A large fire engulfed a housing complex in Hong Kong, resulting in numerous casualties and residents being displaced [1][2] - The fire is the deadliest in Hong Kong in decades [2] Investigation Focus - The cause of the fire is currently unclear and under investigation [2] - Officials are investigating whether bamboo scaffolding and unsafe materials used in the building's renovation contributed to the rapid spread of the fire [2] Response and Relief Efforts - Rescue workers transported survivors to the hospital, many in critical condition [1] - Hundreds of residents were taken to temporary shelters [2] - Firefighters arrived at the scene within 10 minutes of the initial report [1]