Officials Had Been Warned for Over a Year Before Hong Kong Fire
The New York Times • 11/28/2025 • Last cited 11/28/2025
Summary
Residents of Wang Fuk Court apartments had raised concerns about flammable foam panels and scaffold netting for over a year, but the government did not take decisive action, according to The New York Times. This lack of response has been linked to the recent fire incident at the apartments.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
47 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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Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 47 days - proven survivor
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