Hong Kong Fire: Decades’ Deadliest Blaze Raises Questions of Negligence and Safety
The devastating fire at the Wang Fuk Court public housing complex in Hong Kong rapidly consumed seven of the eight buildings, resulting in at least 83 deaths and hundreds missing. Residents have raised concerns about the construction safety during the ongoing renovations. Three arrests have been made, and criminal and anti-corruption probes have been launched. Many residents, particularly the elderly, now face homelessness and loss.
John Q. Hosedrinker