Hong Kong: A violent fire broke out on Wednesday afternoon (local time) in the area A complex of five buildings in Hong Kong. Authorities have so far confirmed Four people were killed and several others were injuredWhile search and rescue operations continue for those still trapped inside the complex, which consists of Eight buildings contain approximately 2,000 apartments.
Hong Kong media reported that among those killed there Firefighter. On the other hand, it was reported that the fire began to spread – for reasons that are still under investigation – because Bamboo scaffolding They have been installed around the exterior of the complex located in the city’s Tai Po district with construction work taking place at the front.
Videos recorded by neighbors show firefighting teams trying to contain the flames coming out of apartment windows from ladder trucks. Despite the spread, The fire, classified as Level 4 severity – the second highest – remains uncontrollable..
The fire caused a column of flames and thick smoke that could be seen from several kilometers away. Meanwhile, authorities were forced to close parts of the nearby highway, while firefighters continue to contain the flames.
The Hong Kong government confirmed the four deaths and added that Three other people were taken to hospital. A brief statement said that two of the injured were in critical condition and the other was in stable condition.
Tai Po, where the accident occurred, is a suburban area in the New Territories, in Northern part of Hong Kong It is near the border with the city of Shenzhen on the Chinese mainland.
The bamboo scaffolding that sparked the first fire is a common sight in Hong Kong in construction and renovation projects, although the government said earlier this year that it was a common sight in Hong Kong. I will start getting rid of them gradually. For public projects because Security concerns.
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