Witness Statement of Ms CHEUNG Lui (English only)

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statement by Ms CHEUNG Lui describing fire outbreak and safety issues

Summary

Ms CHEUNG Lui's witness statement describes the fire outbreak at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, noting delays in fire alarm activation and response, as well as malfunctioning or missing fire safety equipment. She highlights evacuation difficulties faced by residents, a lack of clear fire safety instructions, and communication gaps during the emergency. The statement underscores significant safety and procedural shortcomings during the incident.

Summary in 繁體中文

本文件為張蕾女士於大埔宏福苑火災獨立調查委員會提交的證人陳述，詳述事件經過及相關目擊情況，供調查參考。

Key points

Witness observed fire outbreak timing and initial smoke conditions
Reported delays in fire alarm activation and response
Noted malfunctioning or absence of fire safety equipment
Described evacuation difficulties faced by residents
Highlighted lack of clear fire safety instructions
Mentioned communication gaps during emergency

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ToR1 fire outbreak timing and initial smoke conditions

Witness observed fire outbreak timing and initial smoke conditions as described on pages 1-3

ToR2 fire alarm delay and equipment malfunction

Reported delays in fire alarm activation and noted malfunctioning or absence of fire safety equipment

ToR4 emergency communication and evacuation challenges

Described challenges in evacuation and issues with emergency communication during the incident

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