Afghanistan, Nov. 27 -- A devastating fire that swept through multiple apartment blocks in northern Hong Kong has killed at least 65 people and injured dozens more, authorities said Thursday.
Hong Kong authorities say the death toll from a massive residential fire has climbed to 65, making it one of the deadliest urban blazes in the city in decades. Officials warn the number may continue to rise as firefighters search the burned-out buildings.
The Hong Kong Fire Services Department said on Thursday that 70 others were injured, including 10 firefighters who were hurt while battling the flames and evacuating residents. Several of the injured remain in critical condition.
Firefighters said efforts to fully extinguish the blaze were still un...