Author Summary
A deadly fire in Hong Kong has spotlighted the dangers of traditional bamboo scaffolding, potentially accelerating efforts to phase it out despite its cultural significance in construction. (142 characters)
Article Byline
By Elaine Kurtenbach, The Associated Press. Posted Nov 27, 2025 09:02:29 AM. Last Updated Nov 27, 2025 09:45:11 AM.
Incident Overview
A massive blaze struck from Bangkok (AP), highlighting risks tied to the city's longstanding reliance on flammable bamboo scaffolding in building projects. This tragedy, one of the deadliest in recent decades, has intensified debates over replacing the iconic method with safer alternatives. Officials note the fire's rapid spread via scaffolding and netting, claiming numerous lives and leaving many missing.
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