Hong Kong authorities are intensifying efforts to uncover answers after a catastrophic fire at Wang Fuk Court residential complex claimed 159 lives as of Wednesday afternoon. With 31 people still unaccounted for, police announced plans to expand their search beyond the seven fire-ravaged buildings to surrounding areas.
The tragedy – now one of Hong Kong's deadliest in recent memory – has left the city in mourning. Emergency crews worked tirelessly through thick smoke and debris this week, with forensic teams now combing nearby streets and drainage systems for clues.
"Our priority remains locating missing residents and supporting affected families," a police spokesperson stated during Wednesday's briefing. The cause of the December 3 inferno remains under investigation, with officials promising "transparent updates" as recovery efforts continue.
