The death toll from the fire in Hong Kong has increased to 44 people.

The death toll from a fire in the Tai Po residential area in Hong Kong has increased to 44 people, and 279 people are missing. This was reported on November 27 by the South China Morning Post newspaper.

"Among the dozens hospitalized, 45 are in serious condition," the publication says.

Four of the seven building blocks have already been taken under control, and the search for survivors continues on the lower floors. Eight residential blocks have been undergoing renovation since July 2024, with bamboo scaffolding and safety netting.

It is noted that the rapid spread of the fire was unusual due to the foam material found. The government will launch investigations, including criminal ones, to determine the cause of the fire.

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The fire in an apartment complex in Hong Kong became known on November 26. It was noted that several residents were trapped in the buildings. According to the Associated Press, about 700 people were evacuated and placed in temporary accommodation.

Later that day, it was reported that the death toll from a major fire in an apartment complex in Hong Kong had increased to 36 people.

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