Death toll in Hong Kong apartment complex fire hits 146

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesNovember 30, 2025 at 12:31 PM

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A devastating fire in Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court apartment complex has resulted in 146 confirmed deaths, making it the deadliest fire in the region in over 75 years. The fire, which began on an unspecified date and was extinguished by Friday, November 28, 2025, affected seven high-rise buildings within the estate. As of Sunday, November 30, 2025, approximately 100 people remain unaccounted for, and 79 were injured. Authorities are continuing the search for remains, a process expected to take several weeks, and cannot rule out further fatalities. Over 1,000 people gathered at the site to mourn the victims and pay their respects.

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Shuk-yin Tsang 50% Cheng Ka-chun 50% Wang Fuk Court estate ×280% Hong Kong ×7100%

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