Death Toll Rises to 128 in Hong Kong High-Rise Fire

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 6 min read 100% complete by David Pierson and Anjali TsuiNovember 29, 2025 at 03:38 AM

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A fire at the Wang Fuk Court apartment complex in Hong Kong's Tai Po district has resulted in 128 deaths as of Friday, November 28, 2025, making it the deadliest fire in decades. Rescue operations have ceased due to dwindling hope of finding survivors, though approximately 200 residents remain unaccounted for and over 70 are hospitalized. Authorities are struggling to identify victims due to severe burns, and DNA testing will be used to expedite the process. The fire, which began on Wednesday afternoon, spread across six of the 32-story towers, and the cause is suspected to be from flammable.

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