Hong Kong Contractors Used Unsafe Netting at Fire Site, Officials Say
The New York Times • 12/1/2025 • Last cited 12/1/2025
Summary
Investigators have found that contractors used substandard scaffolding netting at a fire site in Hong Kong and attempted to conceal it from inspectors, according to The New York Times. The death toll from the fire has now risen to 151.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
44 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
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Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 44 days - proven survivor
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