Witness Statement of Mr LAM Ho Chun (English only)

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Statement by Mr. LAM Ho Chun regarding his role and observations during the Wang Fuk Court fire

Summary

The "Witness Statement of Mr. LAM Ho Chun" is a six-page document provided to the Independent Committee investigating the fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. It addresses specific questions related to the incident, including the loss of communication with Senior Fireman HO Wai-ho, search and rescue efforts, and decisions made during the No. 3 Alarm Fire. Key details include Mr. Lam's role as the second Incident Commander, the challenges posed by burning debris blocking access, and the formation of Emergency Response Teams to attempt rescue operations.

Summary in 繁體中文

本文件為林浩俊先生的英文證人供詞，內容詳述其於旺福法院火災事件中的目擊經過，提供重要事實與證詞，供調查及司法程序參考。

Key points

Mr. Lam Ho Chun served as Incident Commander during No. 3 Alarm Fire.
Fire spread rapidly across scaffoldings on multiple buildings in Wang Fuk Court.
Mayday message received but caller's identity and location were unclear.
Emergency Response Teams faced blocked access due to burning debris.
Fire incident upgraded to No. 4 Alarm for additional resources.
Massive scaffolding collapse prompted immediate crew withdrawal from impact zone.

How the Terms of Reference appear in this document

ToR3 Incident response and command decisions

Describes Mr. Lam's role as Incident Commander during the No. 3 Alarm Fire, including decisions made between 1502 and 1533 hours on 26.11.2025.

ToR4 Firefighting operations and challenges

Details the challenges faced by Emergency Response Teams (ERTs) due to blocked entrances and falling debris during rescue operations at Wang Cheong House.

ToR7 Communication and coordination

Mentions the Mayday message received via radiotelephone and subsequent efforts to identify the caller and coordinate rescue operations.

In the news

This document connects to these themes in the news coverage analysis (News & Coverage).

Cause of fire: smoking on renovation works Disabled fire alarms, hydrants and hose reels Flammable foam boards and non-retardant netting

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