What started the Hong Kong fire?
Asked 7 days ago
Answer
The Hong Kong fire started in a high-rise complex in the Tai Po District, with authorities suspecting that non-compliant exterior wall materials and bamboo scaffolding contributed to the rapid spread. Three individuals from a construction company, including directors and an engineering consultant, were arrested and are under investigation for manslaughter related to the incident. The exact individual who started the fire is not specified, but the arrests indicate possible negligence or wrongdoing in building safety.
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7 days ago
- At least 55 people killed and hundreds missing in Hong Kong high-rise fire 11s
- Three construction company workers arrested for suspected manslaughter 17s
- Fire spread quickly in complex housing nearly 5,000 residents 22s
- Bamboo scaffolding likely contributed to rapid fire spread 1m 0s
- Full death toll unknown until fire is extinguished 1m 48s
