construction site safety
Hong Kong Orders Removal of Construction Netting Citywide Following Deadly 159-Victim Fire
Dec 05, 2025 12:52 am CST
Following Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades that killed 159 people at Wang Fuk Court, authorities have mandated the removal of construction netting from over 200 buildings by Saturday for safety testing. The protective mesh, which failed to meet fire resistance standards, has been identified as a contributing factor to the tragedy, resulting in the suspension of 28 projects managed by the responsible contractor.
Hong Kong's Deadliest Fire in Decades: 128 Lives Lost in Wang Fuk Court Residential Complex Tragedy
Nov 28, 2025 11:04 pm CST
A devastating fire at Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court residential complex claimed 128 lives, becoming the deadliest blaze since 1948. The fire, which engulfed seven residential towers, was likely caused by flammable construction materials and was exacerbated by malfunctioning alarm systems. This tragedy highlights critical concerns about building safety standards in one of the world's most densely populated cities.