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Deadly Hong Kong Fire Claims 44 Lives, Investigation Underway

11/27/2025

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Hong Kong police said on November 27 that the residential fire killed 44 people, left 45 in critical condition, and left 279 missing.
The blaze is the deadliest in three decades.
Fire services faced difficulty reaching upper floors due to high temperatures.
Authorities are investigating a maintenance company for suspected gross negligence that contributed to the fire's spread.
Three people, aged 52 to 68, have been arrested on manslaughter charges.

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Hong Kong police said on November 27 that the residential fire killed 44 people, left 45 in critical condition, and left 279 missing.
The blaze is the deadliest in three decades.
Fire services faced difficulty reaching upper floors due to high temperatures.
Authorities are investigating a maintenance company for suspected gross negligence that contributed to the fire's spread.
Three people, aged 52 to 68, have been arrested on manslaughter charges.