Hong Kong says deficient netting spread deadly Wang Fuk blaze
Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete December 1, 2025 at 09:40 PM
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In Hong Kong, investigators have determined that substandard fire-resistant netting contributed to the rapid spread of a deadly blaze at Wang Fuk Court. The fire, which occurred on December 1, 2025, resulted in 151 fatalities. Safety tests revealed the netting, installed across multiple floors, failed to meet required standards. Authorities believe this deficiency explains the fire's quick escalation within the high-rise building. Following the incident, 13 arrests have been made as families mourn the loss of their loved ones.
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