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Hong Kong police say unsafe scaffolding and foam may have spread fire that killed at least 65
The Guardian
•November 27, 2025•By Helen Davidson in Hong Kong, Oliver Holmes and agencies👁️0
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Three construction employees arrested as firefighters battle to reach trapped people, with more than 250 still missingHong Kong fire – latest updatesHow the fire unfolded – visual guideHong Kong police have alleged unsafe scaffolding and foam materials used during maintenance work may have been behind the rapid spread of a devastating fire at a group of residential tower blocks that has killed at least 65 people and left more than 250 missing.Firefighters were still battling to reach people who could be trapped on the upper floors of the Wang Fuk Court housing complex on Thursday due to the intense heat and thick smoke generated by the fire. Continue reading...
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