Hong Kong fire tragedy: Were authorities alerted long before? Key details
Residents' prior warnings about flammable materials used in renovations at Wang Fuk Court were ignored, contributing to a devastating fire that claimed at least 128 lives. The blaze rapidly spread due to the materials and malfunctioning fire alarms, leading to arrests for manslaughter and corruption as Hong Kong mourns and calls for stronger safety oversight.
Residents' prior warnings about flammable materials used in renovations at Wang Fuk Court were ignored, contributing to a devastating fire that claimed at least 128 lives. The blaze rapidly spread due to the materials and malfunctioning fire alarms, leading to arrests for manslaughter and corruption as Hong Kong mourns and calls for stronger safety oversight.
