Thursday, November 27, 2025 -As many as 13 persons were k!lled on Wednesday, November 25, after a major fire swept through several high-rise apartment buildings in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district.
Nine persons were found de@d at the scene, while four others
later d!ed in hospital, AP reported citing the Fire Services Department.
Around 700 residents were evacuated to temporary shelters as
the blaze spread rapidly.
The fire, which began in the afternoon, quickly climbed up
bamboo scaffolding and construction netting surrounding the buildings. By
night, flames and thick smoke were seen pouring from multiple apartment
windows, prompting officials to raise the alarm to level 5, the highest
severity.
Video footage showed at least five buildings burning
simultaneously, with bright flames lighting up the night sky.
Local council member Lo Hiu-fung said many of the people
trapped inside were elderly residents.
Bamboo scaffolding is widely used in Hong Kong for
construction and renovation. However, due to safety concerns, the government
has announced plans to phase it out for public projects.
The cause of the fire is under investigation and authorities
continue to assess the full scale of the damage
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