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Tai Po blaze inquiry

Coverage of Tai Po blaze inquiry in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 24 · 11:09 UTCMost recent: Jun 24 · 11:09 UTC
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Wang Fuk Courtplace1polyfoam boardstopic1Hong Kongplace1fire risk reductiontopic1
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  • SECURITYJun 24 · 11:09 UTCSCMP CHINA
    Reducing fire risk to zero would cost huge amount, Tai Po blaze inquiry hears

    A public inquiry into Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po heard that requiring incombustible materials for large-scale housing renovations is unrealistic. Polyfoam boards used to seal windows were cited as a key factor in the 168 fatalities, with experts highlighting risks from prolonged material use.