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Wang Fuk Court Fire Claims 168 Lives, Survivors Return

4/20/2026

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The Wang Fuk Court fire in Hong Kong killed 168 people on April 20, 2026.
Seven of the eight buildings in the Wang Fuk Court complex were affected by the blaze.
Survivors began returning to their devastated homes on April 20, 2026.
Keung Mak, 78, expressed disappointment after seeing the destruction of his apartment.
Residents, many elderly, are allowed three-hour visits to retrieve belongings.

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The Wang Fuk Court fire in Hong Kong killed 168 people on April 20, 2026.
Seven of the eight buildings in the Wang Fuk Court complex were affected by the blaze.
Survivors began returning to their devastated homes on April 20, 2026.
Keung Mak, 78, expressed disappointment after seeing the destruction of his apartment.
Residents, many elderly, are allowed three-hour visits to retrieve belongings.