Hundreds still missing after Hong Kong apartment blocks fire | BBC News

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At least 55 people have been killed in a huge fire engulfing a high-rise public housing complex in Hong Kong, and hundreds are still unaccounted for. The fire tore through seven of eight tower blocks in Tai Po district. Fires are under control in four, officials said. Wang Fuk Court is home to some 4,600 residents, according to the latest figures. It's unclear how many were inside when the fire broke out. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news #HongKong #BBCNews

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