'Hang in there': Agonising wait for the missing after Hong Kong blaze
BBC • 11/27/2025 • Last cited 11/27/2025
Summary
Families are anxiously awaiting news of their loved ones following a massive fire that engulfed seven tower blocks in Hong Kong, according to the BBC. The situation has left many in a state of desperation as they seek information about those missing.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
48 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: 48 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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