Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 83 as survivor found on stairs of building - as it happened
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Tai Po Fire Tragedy: 83 Dead and Criminal ProbesThe Tai Po blaze caused 83 deaths, injured 76, and led to three arrests linked to unsafe renovation materials.
- A massive fire in Tai Po resulted in 83 fatalities, including a firefighter, and left 76 people injured.
- Highly flammable styrofoam used in building renovations contributed to the rapid spread of the flames.
- Authorities arrested three individuals connected to the renovation project on suspicion of manslaughter.
- Inspections of public housing undergoing major renovations have been ordered as rescue operations continue.
All-out efforts to minimise casualties and losses.— President Xi Jinping expressed his condolences on Wednesday evening and called for this.
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Key FactsDeadly Tai Po Fire Claims 83 Lives in Renovated Estate
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