Deadly Hong Kong High-Rise Fire Kills 44: Investigation Underway as Hundreds Remain Missing

Nov 27, 2025 07:06 am CST

A devastating fire has ravaged seven high-rise buildings in Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court complex, killing at least 44 people and leaving hundreds unaccounted for. The blaze, which began on bamboo scaffolding during maintenance work, quickly spread through the 2,000-unit residential complex in Tai Po district. Authorities have arrested three suspects on manslaughter charges as investigations continue into the city's worst fire disaster in decades.