Amid the grief and shock, attention has turned to a Danish multinational.
Hong Kong's leader announced on Tuesday that a judge-led committee will investigate the city's deadliest fire in decades.
Hong Kong authorities said on Monday they have arrested 13 people.
At least 128 killed and about 200 still missing as families search hospitals.
Rescue crews say the fire is now extinguished, but full forensic access may take weeks as the building cools.
Police cite "gross negligence" by construction firm, arrests made.
This is a No. 4 alarm (Hong Kong's second-highest level).
Two airport staff lost their lives after a Boeing 747 crashed during early morning landing.
Flights grounded, shops emptied and evacuations underway across southern China.
The pro-democracy activist receives an additional accusation while already serving a multi-year sentence.
Democratic Party's leadership votes to wind up operations as Hong Kong's political climate tightens.