King Charles and Queen Camilla have expressed profound sadness over the tragic fire in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district, which has claimed 128 lives with many more still missing. The blaze broke out in high-rise apartments undergoing extensive renovations, plunging the community into shock and grief.
In a heartfelt statement, King Charles remarked, “My wife and I were greatly saddened to learn of the devastating fire in Tai Po and feel deeply for the people of Hong Kong at such a tragic time. Our most heartfelt thoughts are with all those who have lost loved ones and with those who are now living with shock and uncertainty.”
He acknowledged the extraordinary bravery of the emergency responders and the resilient spirit of neighbors coming together to support one another during this heartbreaking ordeal. “In the face of such appalling tragedy, strength can be found in supporting one another, and we see that same bravery in Hong Kong at this most heartbreaking of times,” Charles added.
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Offering profound sympathy, the King extended his prayers and heartfelt condolences to all affected families and the wider Hong Kong community. He recalled his attendance at Hong Kong’s 1997 handover ceremony on behalf of Queen Elizabeth II, underscoring the enduring connection with the region.