Pray for search and rescue authorities in Hong Kong today.
Officials said 279 people are 'uncontactable.' Meanwhile, 29 people remain hospitalized, with 7 in critical conditions, officials said. The fire, which tore through bamboo scaffolding ubiquitous in the city, appears to be the most deadly blaze in Hong Kong in nearly three decades.
900 other residents have managed to flee to shelters.
Clips of the fire look apocalyptic:
I'll update this article for y'all when we know more.
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