Hong Kong Warehouse Fire: 19-Hour Blaze
- A major fire at a Hong Kong warehouse in Tin Shui Wai was brought under control Wednesday morning after burning for more than 19 hours, according to the...
- Tuesday,quickly escalated,prompting authorities to raise the alarm level to No.
- Officials described the intense blaze as covering an area of 200 by 200 meters (656 by 656 feet), with temperatures reaching nearly 550 degrees Celsius.
Firefighters in Hong Kong finally contained a massive warehouse fire in Tin Shui Wai after battling the blaze for over 19 hours.The intense fire, which erupted Tuesday afternoon, prompted a rapid response as flames engulfed a warehouse stocked with electrical appliances and clothing.While the situation is under control,crews are still working to fully extinguish the fire and manage the extreme temperatures reaching nearly 550 degrees Celsius. News Directory 3 provides the latest updates on this developing story. Discover what’s next as officials assess the damage and investigate the cause of the Hong Kong warehouse fire.
Hong Kong Warehouse Fire Contained After 19 Hours
updated May 28, 2025
A major fire at a Hong Kong warehouse in Tin Shui Wai was brought under control Wednesday morning after burning for more than 19 hours, according to the Fire Services Department. While the blaze is contained, firefighters continue working to fully extinguish it.
The fire, which broke out at 12:40 p.m. Tuesday,quickly escalated,prompting authorities to raise the alarm level to No. 3 by 1:33 p.m. The warehouse, located on Ha Tsuen Road, stored a variety of goods, including electrical appliances and clothes, contributing to the intensity of the warehouse fire.
Officials described the intense blaze as covering an area of 200 by 200 meters (656 by 656 feet), with temperatures reaching nearly 550 degrees Celsius. The focus remains on completely extinguishing the Hong Kong warehouse fire and ensuring the safety of the surrounding area.
What’s next
firefighters will continue to monitor the site and work to fully extinguish the remaining flames, ensuring no further risk to the surrounding area.