At least four dead as fire engulfs Hong Kong tower blocks
BBC • 11/26/2025 • Last cited 11/26/2025
Summary
A fire in high-rise buildings in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong has resulted in at least four fatalities, according to the BBC. The flames were seen spreading on bamboo scaffolding on the exterior of the structures.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
49 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
BBC
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: 49 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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