Three days of mourning begin after Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades
Summary
Hong Kong began a three-day mourning period after a massive fire in apartment blocks resulted in at least 128 deaths. Authorities held a ceremony to remember the victims and launched investigations into possible corruption related to renovation work on the buildings. The fire spread quickly due to materials around the buildings, and many people remain unaccounted for.Key Facts
- Hong Kong officials held a moment of silence to start the mourning period for the fire victims.
- The fire affected several tower blocks and killed at least 128 people, with many still missing.
- Eight people were arrested on suspicion of corruption related to renovation work on the buildings.
- Three others were detained on manslaughter charges.
- The fire spread to seven of the eight blocks of Wang Fuk Court, requiring over 2,000 firefighters to control it.
- Polystyrene and protective netting on windows and bamboo scaffolding contributed to the fire's spread.
- An investigation is underway, with police collecting evidence at the scene.
- The Independent Commission Against Corruption arrested directors and subcontractors in the corruption probe.
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