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3rdWitness Statement of Mr YIU Men Yeung (English only)

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Witness statement English PDF · scanned ToR1: Causes & Circumstances of FireToR2: Fire Service Installations & EquipmentToR3: Building Maintenance & Renovation WorksToR4: Supervision, Roles & Responsibilities

third witness statement by Mr YIU Men Yeung describing fire events

Summary

Mr. YIU Men Yeung's third witness statement provides a detailed account of the fire events at Wang Fuk Court, including the timeline of the fire's spread, the condition of fire safety equipment, and the evacuation procedures followed. The statement also highlights communication during the incident and observations regarding the building's maintenance. This testimony was submitted in response to specific requests from the Independent Committee investigating the fire.

Summary in 繁體中文

本文件為姚文揚先生第三次證人供詞，來自旺福法院火災獨立調查委員會，詳述火災事件相關事實及個人觀察。內容提供重要證據，有助釐清事故原因及責任。

Key points

  • Witness account of fire events at Wang Fuk Court
  • Observed timeline and fire spread details
  • Noted condition of fire safety equipment
  • Described evacuation procedures followed
  • Highlighted communication during fire incident
  • Reported on building maintenance observations

How the Terms of Reference appear in this document

ToR1 fire spread

Mr YIU Men Yeung provides a detailed timeline and observations on how the fire spread within Wang Fuk Court, including specific locations and times.

ToR2 fire safety equipment

The statement notes the condition and functionality of fire safety equipment observed during the fire, including alarms and extinguishers.

ToR3 building maintenance

Mr YIU comments on the maintenance status of the building, highlighting issues that may have affected fire safety.

ToR4 supervision and roles

The witness mentions the roles and responsibilities of building management and fire safety personnel during the incident.

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