Tai Po probe: ‘very rare’ damage found on fallen firefighter’s breathing apparatus
- Posted on April 23, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
An investigation into a fatal incident involving firefighter Ho Wai-ho has revealed unprecedented damage to critical safety equipment. Fire department officials, led by divisional officer Tung Wing-kei, discovered significant defects in the breathing apparatus gas cylinder valve and handwheel mechanism. This examination marks an important development in understanding the circumstances surrounding the Tai Po incident, highlighting potential equipment failures in life-saving respiratory gear used by emergency responders.
Tai Po probe: ‘very rare’ damage found on fallen firefighter’s breathing apparatus
Fire department divisional officer Tung Wing-kei says examination of Ho Wai-ho’s breathing apparatus found ‘very rare’ damage to gas cylinder valve and handwheel.
