Filipino Workers Feared Trapped in Hong Kong Fire; Verification Ongoing
- Publish date: Thursday، 27 November 2025 Reading time: 1 min read
Philippine officials are verifying if Filipino workers were caught in the deadly Tai Po blaze that has left dozens dead and hundreds missing.
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The Department of Foreign Affairs is still confirming reports that some Filipino domestic workers may have been trapped in the huge residential fire in Hong Kong’s Tai Po area.
For now, everything is still unverified. The Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong has not confirmed any Filipino casualties or injuries.
Coordination with Hong Kong Authorities
According to the DFA, the Consulate immediately relayed the information to Hong Kong officials and is now working closely with the police and fire services. They’re on standby to assist Filipinos who may have been affected.
Firefighters are still battling parts of the blaze and assessing damage, which means it will take time before officials can determine how many people were caught inside — and who they are.
The Scale of the Blaze
Foreign reports say at least 44 people have died, and around 279 are still missing, as rescue teams try to reach residents stuck on higher floors.
The fire started Wednesday night and continued burning into Thursday morning, spreading quickly across high-rise buildings under renovation.
Three construction company executives have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter, with investigators looking into the possible use of highly flammable materials like bamboo scaffolding and polystyrene boards.
What Happens Next
The DFA says it will release updates once information is verified. In the meantime, consular officials in Hong Kong remain on the ground and ready to help Filipinos who may need assistance.
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