Authorities: Hospitalized victims of Hong Kong fire in stable condition

All 24 patients still hospitalized for injuries from the devastating fire at the residential complex Wang Fuk Court are in stable condition, a spokesperson for Hong Kong's Hospital Authority (HA) said on Tuesday.

The last patient listed as seriously injured was upgraded from critical condition on Tuesday, the spokesperson said. Of the 79 fire victims admitted to public hospitals for treatment, 19 had at one point been in critical condition.

Healthcare staff will continue to provide patients with appropriate treatment and care to support their recovery, and follow up on their rehabilitation arrangements after they are discharged from hospitals, the spokesperson said. Psychological support is also extended to patients and their families.

The HA will grant full medical fee waivers for all Wang Fuk Court residents until December 31, 2026, according to the spokesperson.

Social workers in Hong Kong have been reaching out to affected residents to provide assistance, while authorities are advancing a city-wide fire safety overhaul of building maintenance projects.