The death toll from the fire in Hong Kong has increased to 83 people.

The death toll from a fire in a residential complex in Hong Kong has increased to 83 people. This was reported on November 27 by The South China Morning Post (SCMP) newspaper.

"The death toll <... It has reached 83, and many relatives continue to search for missing loved ones with heavy hearts," the publication says.

In addition, the number of injured reached 76 people, including 11 firefighters, 56 of whom remain in hospital, the newspaper said.Ru». According to the SCMP, at least 50 requests for help from the fire services have not yet been processed.

Rescue operations are continuing. Two more people and several pets were evacuated from the buildings. The fire was contained in most buildings.

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Earlier in the day, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova noted that there was no information about injured Russian citizens as a result of the fire in Hong Kong. She clarified that the Consulate General of the Russian Federation is closely monitoring developments in the country.

The fire in an apartment complex in Hong Kong became known on November 26. According to the Associated Press, about 700 people were evacuated and placed in temporary accommodation.

On November 27, Russian President Vladimir Putin offered condolences to Chinese President Xi Jinping in connection with the fire in Hong Kong. The Russian leader asked to convey his condolences and words of support to the families and friends of the victims, as well as wishes for a speedy recovery to all those injured.

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