Chief Executive John Lee said on Thursday that a HK$300 million dollar fund has been set up to provide support for residents affected by the massive blaze at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po.

Each affected household will receive HK$10,000 in emergency relief funds.

Speaking to reporters after inspecting the fire scene in the afternoon, Lee said society is devastated by the tragedy, and the government is rolling out a series of measures to offer immediate help to residents.

Apart from providing affected households with cash relief, each of them will also be assigned a social worker to follow up on their needs.

The government will also take in donations from members of the public via two Bank of China (Hong Kong) accounts.

The two account numbers are 012-875-2-190159-7 for Hong Kong-dollar donations, and 012-875-2190160-7 for other currencies.

The CE added that doctors and other medical staff will be on standby at each temporary shelter to offer medical advice and treatment for those in need.

In the longer term, affected households could be moved to transitional housing units, youth dormitories and a number of hotels across Hong Kong.

Officials will also make special arrangements for families in need of burial or cremation services.

The Chief Executive noted that government-led celebratory events will be cancelled for some time, and mourning activities will be held.

Lee added that civil servants will be mobilised to help with any follow-up and relief work.