Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) Sam Hou Fai expressed his condolences to the families of victims of a fire that broke out on Wednesday, according to the Macao SAR government.

Sam contacted Hong Kong SAR Chief Executive John Lee to convey his condolences, underscoring a fraternal relationship between Macao and Hong Kong. He added that the Macao SAR government stands ready to provide full support, if needed.

A huge fire engulfed a residential area in Tai Po, Hong Kong on Wednesday afternoon.