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Deadly Tai Po Fire Claims 83 Lives in Renovated EstateThe blaze injured 76 people and led to arrest of three suspects linked to flammable renovation materials used since July 2024.
- A fire erupted in an eight-block residential estate undergoing renovations with highly flammable styrofoam coverings.
- The flames spread rapidly due to non-compliant scaffolding nets and sealed windows, violating fire safety regulations.
- Two contractors and a consultant were arrested on manslaughter charges related to the use of unsafe materials.
- Authorities launched a criminal probe and ordered inspections of all public housing estates undergoing major renovations.
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