Hong Kong authorities have confirmed that more than 80 people have died in the city's deadliest fire in decades, with the toll expected to rise as over 200 individuals remain unaccounted for. The blaze swept through eight residential blocks undergoing renovations, and police suspect that the green mesh safety netting on the building's exterior did not meet required standards. Reports indicate the contractor had previously violated safety regulations during construction. The cause of the fire remains unclear, and experts are weighing in on the challenges of managing tower fires in urban settings.