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Tragic Shek Kip Mei Fire Claims One Life, Injures Eight

1/5/2026

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A fire at Shek Kip Mei Estate on January 5, 2026 killed one person.
Eight people were injured in the blaze.
The incident was reported at 8:01 am.
The cause is under investigation for electrical faults.
Residents displaced by the Wang Fuk Court fire face a January deadline to vacate emergency housing.

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Story summary

A fire at Shek Kip Mei Estate on January 5, 2026 killed one person.
Eight people were injured in the blaze.
The incident was reported at 8:01 am.
The cause is under investigation for electrical faults.
Residents displaced by the Wang Fuk Court fire face a January deadline to vacate emergency housing.