On Thursday, November 27, 2025, local media reported that the death toll from the huge fire that engulfed an apartment complex in the Tai Po area of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) has risen to 65.
Emergency services rushed to the scene as the high-rise structure was engulfed in flames. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours amid dense smoke and debris.
Authorities are investigating the cause and reviewing safety protocols in the wake of the tragedy.
Residents in the surrounding neighbourhood are in shock over the scale of the loss. Local groups are mobilizing to offer support to those displaced by the fire.
This incident underscores ongoing questions around fire safety in densely populated urban settings. As the community seeks answers, the focus turns to prevention and preparedness.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
