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UPDATED Jun 17, 2026 at 4:07 AM ET
Jun 16, 2026 at 9:07 PM ET
Asteroid named for firefighter killed in Hong Kong blaze
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International Astronomical Union approved naming asteroid 34871 “Howaiho” after firefighter Ho Wai-ho.
WHO: International Astronomical Union’s Working Group for Small Body Nomenclature
WHAT: Approved the name of asteroid 34871 as “Howaiho” to honor Ho Wai-ho.
WHEN: Jun 16, 2026 at 8:30 PM ET
WHERE: Hong Kong
WHY: The name was approved to honor Ho Wai-ho’s courage and dedication in rescue operations after he was killed in the Wang Fuk Court fire.
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