Hong Kong Tower Fire Leaves Four Injured

Incident commanders used drones to monitor the firefighting operation as the blaze spread to other structures.
Oct. 20, 2025

A massive fire engulfed the Chinachem Tower in Hong Kong, leaving at least four injured.

Firefighters rescued four people trapped in a stairwell between the third and fourth floors. Two remained in critical condition, scmp reported. 

Drones were used for commanders to monitor the blaze and the firefighting operation.

More than 184 firefighters and paramedics were involved in the incident that officers said resulted in the response of 36 fire apparatus and 15 ambulances. 

 

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