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Tragic Tai Po Fire Claims 159 Lives, Including Domestic Workers

12/5/2025

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A deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, on November 26 killed at least 159 people, including Indonesian domestic workers Sri Wahyuni and Erawati, found in the same room.
Suyitno received a call from Erawati, trapped in the blaze and asking forgiveness.
Sugeng Widodo spoke to his wife Wahyuni before the blaze.
Yayuk Setyowati waited for news and confirmed sister's death by DNA testing.

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A deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, on November 26 killed at least 159 people, including Indonesian domestic workers Sri Wahyuni and Erawati, found in the same room.
Suyitno received a call from Erawati, trapped in the blaze and asking forgiveness.
Sugeng Widodo spoke to his wife Wahyuni before the blaze.
Yayuk Setyowati waited for news and confirmed sister's death by DNA testing.