Devastating Blaze Tears Through Hong Kong Tower Block
Shock and horror grip Hong Kong as a monstrous fire engulfs a massive residential tower. Officials warn this is the city’s worst inferno in decades.
Death Toll Soars Amid Nightmare Rescue
At least 55 people are confirmed dead, with fears that hundreds remain trapped inside. The inferno erupted Wednesday afternoon across an eight-building housing estate packed with over 2,000 flats.
Flammable Blunders Fuel Furious Flames
Authorities blame careless maintenance for turning a spark into a raging firestorm. Flammable materials left behind helped the blaze spread at a deadly pace. Three men have been arrested in connection with the disaster.
Hong Kong Mourns as Rescue Operation Battles On
The city is plunged into grief and shock. Emergency teams continue the desperate hunt for survivors amidst the smouldering wreckage of the massive high-rise block.
