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Police entered buildings involved in the Taepo blaze in search of bodies.

The government held ceremony to mourn the victims of the Taepo fire.

And Britain's King Charles offers his condolences to those affected by the typo blaze.

The government has confirmed at least 128 deaths and 83 injuries in the catastrophic number 5 alarm fire at Taipo's Wafu Court.

The police's Disaster Victim's Identification Unit said it has already completed its search in two of the buildings at the affected site.

The SAS authorities noted the identities of 44 bodies have yet to be confirmed.

Charred husks are all that remain of the Wong Foot Court buildings almost destroyed by one of the city's most devastating fires.

The concrete carcasses covered in nothing more than ruined bamboo scaffolding and green netting continue standing as a grim reminder of the more than 120 deaths.

A closer look at the burnt buildings show crushed windows and even remnants of the Styrofoam that that allegedly sped up the spread of the flames on the ground level.

Representatives from the building's department arrived this morning to ensure the safety of the damaged structures.

Wearing white protective gear, some 600 members of the police's Disaster Victims Identification Unit took part in the post disaster effort and were searching for remains in Wang Yan House and Wangtao House.

Authorities have confirmed the identities of 84 bodies so far, while 44 remain unidentified by Saturday evening.

The police have yet to get in touch with 150 individuals.

Meanwhile, volunteers and residents continue making their way to the housing complex hoping to give whatever they can to relieve the pain of those who are affected or simply pay their respects to the deceased.

I mainly came here today to pay condolences to the family, to pay my respect.

Mainly my main concern was to look at the pet areas.

I bring some food for them and until now I'm still.

Because there's a lot of support already here.

We'll serve the foods, waters, clothes, everything here.

But we are very sad this accident here in the Hong Konger people is.

All our community is very sad about this incident with my sister and my brother Amjad is a still working with the volunteers and government officials and Hong Kong different kind of NGOs.

As you can see behind me, fire services personnel have largely concluded their rescue efforts at Wafu Court while the police have been clearing out the area since this morning.

But we could still see residents from all across the city pouring into the area, hoping to contribute and provide humanitarian assistance to affected residents, authorities said.

All affected victims in the Taepo blaze are eligible for collecting the $10,000 emergency cash subsidy, Moh Sunae reports Speaking to the media on Saturday afternoon, Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs Alice Mak said that 929 households have received the emergency cash subsidy of $10,000.

Mac clarified who would qualify to collect the relief money.

This subsidy is for those affected residents households l the court during the mega fire.

So no matter if the tenant or an owner, whoever living in the court during this incident, they're eligible for this cash subsidies.

Max said that public donations to the government's relief fund have reached $1 billion.

The fund will be used to support affected households in the short and long term, including with the reconstruction of their homes.

Deputy Chief Secretary Chet Wen Heng asked members of the public to stop their donations to avoid waste, he said.

The government has set up a central resource point at Taipo Community Center.

Individuals can send a WhatsApp message to 921-32388 if they wish to donate.

The Hong Kong SAR government this morning held a moment of silence outside government headquarters to warn victims of the Taepo fire.

The government will also fly its flags at half mast for three days starting today.

The ceremony was held in the morning at the East Wing forecourt of the government headquarters.

The national anthem was played and the flag was raised first.

The flag was then flown at half mast in morning.

Chief Executive John Lee, Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in Hong Kong, Zhouji Xue Qingfeng, Deputy Director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office of the Central People's Government, and

Long Rong, who is in Hong Kong to assist in disaster relief work, were present.

Senior officials observed three minutes of silence for victims of the fire.

A large number of residents went to government headquarters to participate in the memorial service.

Some residents expressed their condolences.

The Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in Hong Kong also lowered its flag to half mast in mourning.

The leadership of the People's Liberation Army Hong Kong Garrison and representatives of the army, navy and air Force lowered flags to half mast and held a moment's silence at military camps to express their condolences to victims of the fire.

Members of the public pay tribute to victims of the Taipo fire.

The Home Affairs Department has set up condolence sites in all 18 districts of Hong Kong.

Moh Sun Ah again at Kwon Phook Estate in Taipo, which is opposite Wong Phu Court, scene of the devastating fire.

A group of Hong Kongers gathered to pay tribute to the deceased.

They held white flowers and bowed to three times in the direction of One Foot Court.

Mourners then placed flowers on the ground alongside food offerings.

Paper cranes and a cart with the words Rest in peace carried the mourners condolences.

This woman tried to contain her emotions while speaking to the press.

A solemn atmosphere at Taipo's Fuhan Neighborhood Community Center.

Residents arrived to sign the book of condolences.

This type of resident, who lives near Wang Phu Court, said the fire it was a pure tragedy and she wished all the affected individuals could soon walk out of pain.

The only thing I can do is to pray for them, she said.

Mourners also gathered at Sayangpung Community Complex.

The site prepared white paper flowers for residents.

This man said he had friends killed in the fire.

Between now and Monday, members of the public can express condolences at venues set up across the city.

The deadly blaze took the life of a firefighter who was based at Sha Ting Fire Station.

Flowers and cards piled up on the white clothed table.

Bravery and their courage and the sacrifice, and we wanted to remember him today.

So we wanted to bring some flowers for him and for his colleagues and for his family.

we're lucky that at these times there are people with the bravery to save other people.

The Office for Safeguarding National Security of the Central People's Government in Hong Kong issued a statement saying that during this critical time, elements opposing China and those trying to disrupt Hong Kong are stirring up trouble and seeking opportunities to create chaos.

A spokesperson said these elements have spread false information and maliciously attacked the government's relief efforts, incited social division and confrontation and fueled resentment towards the Chief Executive and HKSAR government.

The office firmly supports the Hong Kong SAR government in severely punishing such acts of using a disaster to disrupt Hong Kong in accordance with the law.

As of this afternoon, the Fire Services Department says three more cats and a turtle have been rescued from the blaze.

The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, or SPCA, reported a total of 243 affected animals, with 92 taken out from the fire site, including both survivors and deceased ones.

Several volunteering groups remain on site to help treat and reunite the remaining displaced pets with their owners as soon as possible.

The merciless blaze not only trapped humans but also vulnerable little creatures, but

Beng Chen, founder of the Turtles Inn, is going to return this little one to its owner.

He says he has received more than 20 rescued turtles.

He will assess the turtle's health status by checking their reaction at movement as well as the color of their eyes.

For unclaimed turtles, he will disinfect them and clean their habitats as the water may be contaminated with their waste over a few days.

Meanwhile, a sign up station has been set up near the Kwong Lighthouse in Kuangfeng Est day, where many families are desperate for news of their beloved pets.

Feng came to wait for a miracle, hoping to be reunited with his adopted cat that he has owned for 14 years.

Cory Lau is among the helpers who have come here every day since the fire broke out.

He says it was heartbreaking to receive inquiries from the anxious residents, citing some sent him home camera footage that shows pets engulfed in fire.

As rescue work is underway, he urges pet owners from Wanchi Court to contact them as soon as possible.

The Animal Welfare Advocacy alliance have stated that the supplies are sufficient and express gratitude for for medical staff, veterinarians and volunteers from all walks of life for their generosity.

Sima Ansali, TV News Britain's King Charles has offered his condolences over the Taepo blaze.