A devastating fire at Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court residential complex has left 128 dead as of November 28, 2025, with authorities warning the death toll may still rise. The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government confirmed firefighting operations concluded in the early hours today, while emergency teams continue search efforts.
Community organizations swiftly mobilized relief efforts following the tragedy. Multiple social welfare groups distributed immediate aid of 1,000 Hong Kong dollars (approximately $128) per household to survivors at temporary shelters. CGTN Stringer footage showed volunteers coordinating essential supplies as shocked residents sought temporary accommodation.
The Fire Services Department (FSD) is conducting a full investigation into the blaze's cause. This incident marks one of Hong Kong's deadliest residential fires in recent decades, raising questions about urban safety standards in high-density housing.
