Fatal Hong Kong Blaze Claims 151 Lives

A deadly fire in a Hong Kong apartment complex has resulted in 151 fatalities, after additional bodies were found. Authorities continue to search for 104 missing people, as the fire was extinguished after three days. Recovery efforts are ongoing at the scene.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Hong Kong | Updated: 01-12-2025 15:14 IST | Created: 01-12-2025 15:14 IST
Fatal Hong Kong Blaze Claims 151 Lives
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A devastating fire at an apartment complex on the outskirts of Hong Kong has claimed 151 lives, according to authorities.

Tsang Shuk-yin, head of the police casualty enquiry unit, reported that five more bodies were found during extensive searches on Monday.

The tragedy has left 104 individuals unaccounted for, even as recovery operations continue following the fire's extinguishment on Friday morning.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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