China, fire in Taipo residential building confirmed to be deadliest residential fire in Hong Kong

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The fire in a residential building in Taipo, China, has been confirmed as the deadliest in Hong Kong’s history. More details with our correspondent Bruno Falci. teleSUR

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00:00We move now to China, where new figures confirm the magnitude of the tragedy in Hong Kong.

00:06In a fire in the residential complex is now the deadliest in the city's history.

00:11Bruno Falci, our correspondent in China, brings us the details.

00:20Hello to the companions of Telesur and all the audience watching us in this transmission.

00:25I am in the Chinese capital now to report about the devastating fire at the Tai Po residential complex,

00:33that is now the deadliest residential fire ever recorded in Hong Kong,

00:39with 146 people dead and 79 injured, and more than 100 are still missing.

00:47The fire engulfed seven of the eight towers, many of which were undergoing renovation,

00:55and spread rapidly to the abundance of flammable materials.

01:01More than 2,000 rescuers using drones and specialized equipment worked for days searching for survivors.

01:11Authorities have provided free accommodation for those affected until their homes are rebuilt.

01:21There are plans to reallocate 1,900 families, and so far more than 1,500 residents are already in temporary housing.

01:35Shelters and hotels are also being used, with food, clothing, and essential supplies being distributed.

01:44Psychologists and volunteers are supporting those affected, addressing both emotional and practical needs,

01:54such as transportations and moving assistance.

01:58In addition, 11 people connected to the renovation of the complex were arrested on suspicion of negligence and murder.

02:10The tragedy has mobilized all the citizens, with thousands paying tributes to the victims.

02:20Calls for an investigation and urgent reforms to residential security are growing, and the citizens are very worried about their future.

02:34With this news, here from Beijing, we return with you in the studios in La Habana, Cuba.

China, fire in Taipo residential building confirmed to be deadliest residential fire in Hong Kong

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