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Tragic Tai Po Fire Claims Life of Dedicated Caregiver

12/13/2025

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Maryan Pascual Esteban, a 39-year-old domestic helper, died in a Tai Po fire at Wang Fuk Court last month.
The blaze killed at least 160 people and displaced over 4,000 residents.
Esteban had worked for over five years caring for five-year-old Hannah.
She was to return to the Philippines to reunite with her 10-year-old son.
Rowena Paril said Esteban and her employer met daily at a playground for their children.

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Maryan Pascual Esteban, a 39-year-old domestic helper, died in a Tai Po fire at Wang Fuk Court last month.
The blaze killed at least 160 people and displaced over 4,000 residents.
Esteban had worked for over five years caring for five-year-old Hannah.
She was to return to the Philippines to reunite with her 10-year-old son.
Rowena Paril said Esteban and her employer met daily at a playground for their children.