Sad Scenes in Tai Po
On Wednesday afternoon, a massive fire tore through a residential block in Tai Po, Hong Kong. The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government confirmed that 14 people lost their lives in the blaze.😔
The Fire Services Department got the first call at 2:51 p.m., and by 6:22 p.m., the situation was so severe that they raised the alert to a No. 5 alarm fire — one of the highest emergency levels in the city.🚒🔥
Rescue teams are still at the scene, working against time to search for survivors and control the flames. We'll keep you posted as more details come in. Stay safe, everyone!🙏
Residents in nearby areas are urged to avoid the site and follow updates from HKSAR government channels.📰
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
