1stWitness Statement of Mr CHENG Ka Chun (English only)

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Witness statement English PDF · scanned ToR4: Supervision, Roles & ResponsibilitiesGeneral / OtherToR1: Causes & Circumstances of FireToR3: Building Maintenance & Renovation Works

first witness statement by Mr CHENG Ka Chun describing fire ignition and response

Summary

Mr. CHENG Ka Chun's witness statement details his observations during the fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, including the ignition, initial smoke spread, and delays in fire alarm activation. He highlights malfunctioning fire service equipment, challenges faced by residents during evacuation, and communication gaps among emergency responders. The statement provides a timeline of events and underscores critical issues in the emergency response system.

Summary in 繁體中文

此文件為鄭家俊先生的首次證人供詞，提交予獨立調查委員會，涉及大埔火災事件的調查。內容詳述鄭氏對火災經過及相關事實的證供，全文以英文撰寫。

Key points

Witness observed fire ignition and initial smoke spread
Reported delays in fire alarm activation
Noted malfunctioning fire service equipment
Described evacuation challenges faced by residents
Highlighted communication gaps among emergency responders
Provided timeline of events during fire outbreak

How the Terms of Reference appear in this document

ToR1 fire ignition

Witness observed the initial fire ignition and early smoke spread as described on pages 1-3.

ToR2 fire alarm system failure

Reported delays in fire alarm activation and noted malfunctioning fire service equipment detailed on pages 4-6.

ToR4 emergency response and supervision

Comments on the roles and responsibilities of fire services during the incident, including response delays.

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Cause of fire: smoking on renovation works Disabled fire alarms, hydrants and hose reels

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