Tragedy and Heroism: Hong Kong Fire Claims 146 Lives, Leaves Migrant Workers in Crisis

Dec 01, 2025 12:17 pm CST

In the aftermath of Hong Kong's deadliest fire in over a century, migrant domestic workers face uncertainty as they mourn lost colleagues and search for missing friends. With at least 10 confirmed migrant worker deaths and dozens still unaccounted for, the disaster highlights both the vulnerability and heroism of this essential workforce, as communities gather to honor victims and demand better support for survivors who lost everything.