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Hong Kong announces probe into deadly tower block fire – DW – 12/02/2025
- Hong Kong will form a judge-led independent committee to probe the Wang Fuk Court tower fire.
- The blaze spread to seven of eight towers and burned for more than 40 hours.
- Officials cited substandard materials and wind as factors in the fire’s spread.
- Police and anti-corruption investigators detained 14 people, with 15 others arrested for manslaughter.
- Chief Executive John Lee pledged accountability, saying reforms will address safety and supervision shortcomings.
- Authorities warned against politicizing the tragedy, promising severe consequences for such actions.
- The incident prompted scrutiny of building renovations and safety standards.
- The fire occurred at the Wang Fuk Court complex in Hong Kong.
- Human rights groups urged careful handling of victims' families and demands for answers.
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