Claim that fire alarms would not have saved lives in Tai Po blaze draws rebuke
- Posted on July 15, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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A judicial proceeding in Hong Kong has brought scrutiny to arguments made by legal representatives regarding fire safety measures in the Tai Po building fire incident. A judge has formally criticized statements suggesting that fire alarm systems would have been ineffective in preventing casualties, characterizing such claims as inappropriate and lacking proper legal foundation. The case highlights ongoing debates about building safety protocols and the responsibility of engineering firms in fire prevention and life protection measures.
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