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Hong Kong Leader Orders Probe into Fatal Inferno that Took 151
Hong Kong's leader, John Lee, has mandated the establishment of an independent committee to examine the reasons of a devastating fire that took a minimum of 151 individuals.
A Fire of Historic Proportions
On Wednesday last week, seven of eight apartment buildings at the estate—that was in the midst of significant upgrades—were consumed by a blaze. A probe subsequently revealed that construction site netting used around the buildings failed to meet flame retardant standards.
No fewer than 13 suspects have been detained on suspicion of potential negligent homicide, including the directors of a contractor.
"It is a terrible tragedy, it is a big fire. Changes are required. We have uncovered shortcomings in different stages. This is precisely the reason we must respond rigorously to guarantee all these deficiencies are eliminated," remarked Mr. Lee.
Investigation and Aftermath
The inferno—advancing with speed both vertically and across the separate towers—was not completely extinguished by the morning of Friday, approximately two days after it began, and necessitated over 2,000 fire service personnel to bring under control.
On that day, officers commenced entry into the buildings to collect forensic material. Authorities say the inquiry could last approximately a month.
Shortcomings Uncovered
A number of occupants have stated they failed to hear a emergency siren when the incident broke out. Hong Kong's fire service determined that detection devices in every tower were not working effectively.
The city's construction authority has temporarily suspended renovation projects on numerous private sites.
Calls for Inquiry and Arrests
Additionally, officers took into custody a 24-year-old man on charges related to incitement on Saturday. He was involved with a collective calling for an autonomous investigation into the blaze. An internet-based appeal collected more than 10,000 supporters in less than a day before its page was taken down.
Two other people, among them a former district councillor, were also detained by authorities, as reported by news outlets.
Global Response
The rights group and Another watchdog have both condemned the reported arrests.
"This is the occasion for the local government to openly examine the origins of the devastating fire...as opposed to muzzling those who pose valid inquiries," stated the organization.
Historical Context and Demographics
Wang Fuk Court was built in the early 1980s and had offered close to 2,000 units for around 4,600 occupants, based on a recent official survey.
Approximately 40 percent of its residents are believed to be at least 65 years old. A number have resided in the government-supported development since it was built.
The city's second-worst blaze on file took 176 people in the mid-20th century and was caused by a ground-floor explosion at a multi-story storage facility. The most deadly was at a sporting venue in the early 1900s, when over 600 people died.
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