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fire escape hoods

Coverage of fire escape hoods in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jul 25 · 10:22 UTCMost recent: Jul 31 · 07:10 UTC
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Hong Kongplace2Home Affairs Departmentorganization1hotel industryorganization1Fire Services Departmentorganization1Alice Mak Mei-kuenperson1hotels and guest housestopic1Home Affairs Ministerperson1
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  • SECURITYJul 31 · 07:10 UTCSCMP CHINA
    Hong Kong backtracks on requiring hotels to put fire escape hoods in rooms

    Hong Kong authorities reversed plans to mandate fire escape hoods in hotels after industry concerns, opting instead to encourage their use. The Home Affairs Department announced this decision following consultations with the hotel industry and Fire Services Department.

  • SECURITYJul 25 · 10:22 UTCSCMP CHINA
    Hong Kong mandates fire escape hoods in hotels and guest houses to boost safety

    Hong Kong requires hotels and guest houses to provide fire escape hoods to enhance safety, with a grace period announced for compliance. The home affairs minister stated the government will discuss implementation details with the sector after concerns were raised about lack of prior consultation.