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Independent Inquiry into Hong Kong Fire Begins Thursday

3/18/2026

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An independent investigation into the Wang Fuk Court fire in Hong Kong will begin with hearings Thursday.
Among 37 individuals named to provide evidence are 14 former owners and 7 residents.
The fire occurred in November last year, killing 168 and displacing about 5,000 residents.
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announced displaced residents will return to damaged flats by end of April.

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An independent investigation into the Wang Fuk Court fire in Hong Kong will begin with hearings Thursday.
Among 37 individuals named to provide evidence are 14 former owners and 7 residents.
The fire occurred in November last year, killing 168 and displacing about 5,000 residents.
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announced displaced residents will return to damaged flats by end of April.