Nearly two weeks after a devastating fire tore through Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government and local communities are coming together 🌟 to support survivors.
The HKSAR government has secured HK$5 million (around US$640,000) to help schools affected by the blaze. Students from Tai Po Baptist Public School—whose campus remains closed—will be relocated mid-December to two nearby schools, with classrooms assigned by grade 📚.
At a press briefing Wednesday, the Hong Kong Police Force reported the death toll at 159, with 31 people still missing. Of the 140 identified victims, ages range from 1 to 97 years old. The fire injured 79 people; Health Department Secretary Lo Chung-mau confirmed all patients are out of danger. Thirty remain hospitalized (six in serious condition, 24 stable), while 49 have been discharged 🏥.
HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee pledged continued psychological support for those affected, urging society to extend mutual aid so residents can return to normal life as soon as possible. He emphasized that relief efforts will keep expanding and that no one will be forgotten ❤️.
Charitable groups in neighboring areas have also stepped in, sending care packages and funds across borders, showing solidarity beyond city limits 🌏. From heartfelt fundraisers to community hotlines offering counseling, Hong Kong’s resilient spirit shines bright as everyone rallies behind the victims.
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Hong Kong's Tai Po fire: Aid continues pouring, investigation underway
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