Mourners Pay Tribute to Victims of Hong Kong Apartment Blaze

Authorities anticipate a rising death toll

Hong Kong – Hundreds gathered today to honor the lives lost in the tragic fire that engulfed two high‑rise apartment blocks last night. Candlelight vigils, white roses, and solemn chants filled the streets as families and neighbors expressed their grief.

The Hong Kong Police Force warned that the official death count of 128 is likely to increase. Investigators are still sifting through the charred remains of the towers, searching for any missing persons and gathering evidence about the cause of the blaze.

“We are doing everything we can to account for every individual,” a police spokesperson said. “Our teams are working around the clock, and the final figure may rise as the search continues.”

Community leaders have called for solidarity and support for the affected families, urging the public to donate to relief funds and offer assistance to those displaced by the disaster.