Tai Po, Hong Kong—Consular officials from Indonesia arrived at the site early this morning to assist in the identification of victims. They confirmed that seven Indonesian nationals perished in the fire that swept through the Wang Fuk Court complex. Families of the deceased have been notified, and the consulate is working to coordinate the repatriation of remains.

The victims were reportedly residents within the building. Officials spent the day speaking with survivors to confirm the whereabouts of those still missing. The consulate has set up a temporary support office near the scene to provide resources for affected families who traveled to the city.

This news has intensified the urgency of the ongoing recovery operation. Rescue teams are navigating the ruins with extreme caution, knowing that many families remain in a state of limbo. Consular representatives are maintaining close contact with local police to ensure the identification process remains accurate.

Emotional scenes played out near the police cordon as more details emerged throughout the day. Support staff from the consulate are assisting relatives with the paperwork required for legal identification and potential travel. The focus remains on providing direct aid to those currently processing this loss.

Government officials in Hong Kong are working with international consulates to streamline the notification process. This disaster has affected many immigrant families, creating a complex web of diplomatic coordination. The consulate’s presence on the ground is helping to bridge the gap between local emergency responses and international families.

Safety at the site remains a major concern as search operations push into the most damaged sections of the towers. Rescuers are rotating their shifts to maintain focus in the dangerous conditions. The consulate is tracking the progress of the search in real-time to update the affected families as soon as new information is verified.

Local community groups are also stepping in to offer housing and food to those left displaced. The consulate has expressed appreciation for this local response during such a difficult period. However, for the families of the seven victims, the focus remains entirely on the return of their loved ones.

The consulate plans to stay on-site until all identification procedures reach their final stage. Officials have warned that the process of confirming identities in such a severe fire can take several days. They have requested patience from the families while the forensic teams finish their labor.