Hong Kong Investigates Deadliest Fire in Decades
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Hong Kong authorities have launched an investigation into a fire that killed at least five people. The blaze is the city's deadliest in over twenty years.
The fire started in the early hours of Wednesday morning. It rapidly engulfed a construction site for a new residential tower.
Emergency services faced challenges reaching the high floors of the building. The intense heat and dense smoke hampered rescue efforts for several hours.
Investigators are now focusing on how the fire spread so quickly. They seek to determine the cause and identify any safety failures. The public is demanding answers and accountability for the tragedy.