Death toll in Hong Kong residential complex fire rises to 128

Emergencies November 28, 12:03

City’s Security Bureau Chief, Chris Tang Ping-keung said that rescue teams have recovered 108 bodies from the fire scene so far

HONG KONG, November 28. /TASS/. The number of fatalities from a fire at a residential complex in Hong Kong has climbed to 128, the city’s Security Bureau Chief, Chris Tang Ping-keung, stated during a press conference.

"The death toll has now surpassed 100, reaching a total of 128. More victims may still be found," he said. "Rescue teams have recovered 108 bodies from the fire scene so far."

Earlier, the Xinhua news agency had reported a figure of 94 fatalities.

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