Deadly High-Rise Fire in Hong Kong Kills Dozens

A major fire swept through a large residential complex in Hong Kong on Wednesday, claiming at least 44 lives. The blaze broke out around noon in a building containing more than 1,900 apartments. Officials report that the fire spread rapidly through the structure. Emergency crews are continuing their search of the building. Authorities have stated that 279 people remain missing following the incident. The cause of the fire is now under investigation.