Hong Kong Declares Three-Day Mourning Following Deadly Fire

Hong Kong has entered a three-day official mourning period following a devastating fire at a residential complex that resulted in the deaths of at least 128 individuals, with dozens more reported missing.

The local authorities have described this incident as one of the worst disasters in the city’s recent history, noting that the high population density exacerbated the tragedy.

With a population of approximately 7.5 million, Hong Kong has an average density of over 7,100 people per square kilometer, a figure that triples in the most crowded areas.

This incident is expected to spark significant discussions regarding safety standards in residential buildings, particularly in light of the increasing risks associated with urban congestion.