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Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades killed at least 128 people at Wang Fuk Court apartment complex, with about 150 unaccounted for.

Authorities arrested multiple people on suspicion of manslaughter and corruption, investigating whether negligence in renovation work fueled the rapid spread of flames.

Residents had warned officials for nearly a year about safety concerns with scaffolding materials and highly flammable foam panels used in the project.

HONG KONG — Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades has raised questions about corruption and negligence in the renovations of the apartment complex where at least 128 people died.

An intense fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court complex

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