Hong Kong, Nov. 27 -- The Vietnamese Consulate General in Hong Kong (China) remains on high alert to assist any Vietnamese nationals impacted by the recent deadly fire in Tai Po district, as Hong Kong authorities continue urgent rescue operations, said its Consul General Le Duc Hanh.

As of November 27 afternoon, the residential fire in Tai Po left at least 55 people dead, including two Indonesian nationals, and 76 injured, 12 of whom were in critical condition. It ripped through a crowded residential complex, leaving many victims' identities unconfirmed amid the chaos.

Hanh called the disaster a catastrophic blow to lives and property, noting several foreigners among the dead. As of November 27 afternoon, the Consulate General had logge...