Lam Yik Fei

Lam Yik Fei is a photographer for The New York Times. He is newsworthy due to his photographic coverage of the aftermath of a deadly fire at the Wang Fuk Court apartment complex in Hong Kong on November 26th. The fire resulted in 161 deaths and displaced thousands. His photographs, published by The New York Times, document the devastation and provide visual evidence related to the event. The article accompanying his photographs investigates potential government negligence and corruption related to the building's construction and safety standards, making his visual documentation a significant part of the story. His work highlights the human cost of the tragedy and contributes to the investigation into the causes of the fire.