Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the tragic fire incident at Hong Kong's Mong Kok, highlighting the safety concerns associated with high-rise buildings and the systemic failures in fire safety management and building regulations that contributed to the disaster [4][23][25]. Group 1: Incident Overview - On November 26, a fire broke out at Mong Kok's Hong Fu Court, escalating to a level 5 fire alarm, resulting in at least 75 fatalities and over 200 missing individuals [4][5]. - The fire is noted as the deadliest in Hong Kong since 1948, raising significant concerns about high-rise residential safety [4][5]. Group 2: Building Safety Regulations - High-rise buildings are required to have smoke-proof stairwells, refuge floors, and automatic fire alarm systems, with firewalls having a fire resistance of at least 3 hours [5]. - The construction standards for high-rise buildings include specific evacuation width calculations based on occupancy [5]. Group 3: Fire Dynamics in High-Rise Buildings - High-rise buildings are prone to rapid fire spread due to the "chimney effect," where smoke and heat rise quickly, exacerbated by the building's design and external conditions [8][12]. - The proximity of buildings and high winds can facilitate the rapid spread of fire, as seen in the Mong Kok incident [9]. Group 4: Challenges in Firefighting - Firefighting efforts are hampered by the height of buildings, with existing equipment having limited operational heights, leaving significant areas inaccessible for rescue operations [14][15]. - The average effective rescue height of most firefighting equipment in China is around 50 meters, which is insufficient for many high-rise structures [15]. Group 5: Aging Infrastructure and Fire Risks - The Mong Kok complex, built in 1983, was undergoing extensive renovations, raising concerns about the presence of flammable materials and inadequate fire safety measures during construction [17][20]. - The presence of combustible materials used in construction, such as bamboo scaffolding and plastic sheeting, contributed to the fire's rapid escalation [20]. Group 6: Emergency Preparedness and Response - Residents reported a lack of effective fire alarm systems and emergency communication during the incident, highlighting deficiencies in emergency preparedness [21][22]. - Previous fire drills and safety training were insufficient, with many residents unaware of evacuation procedures [21][22]. Group 7: Regulatory and Systemic Issues - The incident revealed systemic failures in building safety regulations, with calls for stricter enforcement of fire safety standards and better oversight of construction materials [23][36]. - Legal experts emphasized the need for comprehensive risk assessments and improved regulatory frameworks to prevent similar tragedies in the future [36][39]. Group 8: Implications for Future Urban Development - The fire serves as a warning for urban development practices, particularly regarding the safety of high-rise buildings and the need for rigorous safety standards in construction and renovation [41]. - The incident has prompted discussions on the importance of integrating fire safety into urban planning and building design to enhance community safety [41].

智通财经记者 | 梁宝欣 卢奕贝 陆柯言 张熹珑 一直到11月26日深夜11点，多栋大厦内仍有红色火光，高楼层的火势更加明显，浓浓白烟向上翻滚扩散。外墙棚架的竹材混合着绿网从高空坠落，空气中弥 漫着刺鼻的焦煳味。 欧文需要在社区会堂临时开放的安置点度过一个难眠的夜晚。下午接近3点得知火灾消息后，欧文匆匆赶回所住的宏福苑，周围已经拉起了警戒线。他披着 一床棉被，在安置点参加志愿者工作，引导居民登记、报警、报失踪等。 "从下午烧到现在，整体火势小一点了，但一吹风又会复燃。这里又靠海，更吃风了。"欧文告诉智通财经。 11月26日的香港大埔宏福苑火灾引发各界关注，这是香港自2008年旺角弥敦道嘉禾大厦大火以来首次出现5级火警。 "火光一下就起来了，有烟，很猛烈。"居住在附近广福邨的胡民跟他的父亲在11月26日晚上已被疏散，所住楼宇已拉起警戒线。起火时他就在附近，看到火 焰迅速从一栋大楼蔓延至另一栋。 事故发生后的24小时，香港消防处公布的数据显示，火灾已造成55人遇难，以及72人受伤，包括8名消防队员。肇事至今出动304架次消防及救援车辆，收到 341个求助个案，成功处理279宗个案。 11月27日下午6点的发布会上 ...

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