Deadly Hong Kong blaze fuelled by combustibles, non‑fireproof materials: expert (opens original article in a new tab)

Experts are testifying on factors that caused a deadly Hong Kong fire to spread rapidly, including non-fire-retardant materials and temporary openings, with a discarded cigarette as the likely cause. The fire, which lasted 43 hours and killed 168 people, occurred during a renovation at Wang Fuk Court.

• Experts will testify on factors contributing to rapid spread of Hong Kong fire
• Fire originated in light well with discarded cigarette as likely cause
• Non-fire-retardant materials and temporary openings allowed smoke and flames to spread