Hong Kong leader says 'we must uncover the truth' after deadly apartment fire, calls for building reform

Category: MORAL COLLAPSE & LAWLESSNESS

Summary:
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee announced the establishment of an independent committee to examine and reform building regulations following a deadly fire in Tai Po that killed at least 159 people. The fire, which began on November 26 and involved several high-rise residential towers, was upgraded to a No. 5 alarm, the highest level in Hong Kong. Authorities have completed searches of all affected buildings and identified 140 victims. Lee stated that 13 individuals were arrested for suspected manslaughter, and about a dozen others were arrested for corruption related to the incident. The government plans to address loopholes and revise the building renovation system, including reviewing safety rules for scaffolding and protective nets.

Tags: deadly fire, building reform, manslaughter arrests, corruption arrests, building regulations, safety rules, high-rise towers

Source Excerpt:

Hong Kong’s chief executive said he will establish an independent committee to examine and reform the city’s building-work system as part of efforts to prevent future disasters following the deadly Tai Po fire. John Lee told reporters at a news conference Tuesday that reforms are urgently needed after at least 159 people were killed when a fire engulfed several high-rise residential towers in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district in late November. "We will overcome the obstacles of vested interests and pursue accountability, regardless of who he or she is. We must uncover the truth, ensure that justice is served, let the deceased rest in peace, and provide comfort to the living," said Lee.The Hong Kong leader shared that 13 people were arrested by police for suspected manslaughter and roughly a dozen others were arrested by the Independent Commission Against Corruption for "corrupt practices which relate to this tragedy."TIMELINE OF THE PALISADES FIRE MANHUNT: FROM ALLEGED MIDNIGHT SPARK TO FLORIDA ARRESTThe Hong Kong Police Department said Wednesday they have completed searches of all seven fire-damaged buildings and identified 140 of the 159 victims.The Hong Kong Fire Services Department s...

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Posted on 12-07-2025 16:19