Witness Statement of Mr YEUNG Ching (Chinese only)

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statement by firefighter Mr. YEUNG Ching

Summary

The document is a witness statement by Mr. Yeung Ching, a firefighter, submitted to an independent inquiry into the Tai Po Wang Fuk Court fire. It details his actions during the incident on November 26, 2025, including his role as a driver for a rescue vehicle, efforts to extinguish fires, and attempts to access a building obstructed by burning debris. The statement confirms his account is based on personal experience and available records.

Summary in English

The document is a witness statement from Mr. Yeung Ching, submitted as part of legal proceedings in Hong Kong. It provides firsthand testimony related to the case, detailing key observations and claims pertinent to the investigation. The statement is available only in Chinese and includes supporting images.

Key points

Mr. Yeung Ching is a firefighter stationed in Sha Tin.
He responded to a Level 1 fire at Wang Fuk Court on Nov 26, 2025.
Fire entry was blocked by burning scaffolding materials at Hung Cheung House.
Efforts focused on extinguishing fire to clear access for rescue operations.
Heavy smoke and falling debris posed significant challenges during the operation.
Witness statement confirms personal involvement and observations during the fire.

How the Terms of Reference appear in this document

ToR1 fire incident response

Describes actions taken by Mr. YEUNG during the Wang Fuk Court fire on 2025-11-26, including driving the rescue vehicle and attempting to access the building for rescue operations.

ToR2 firefighting equipment and procedures

Mentions the use of breathing apparatus and coordination with other firefighters to extinguish fires and clear access to the building.

ToR3 safety and risks during operations

Details the hazardous conditions faced, such as falling burning scaffolding materials and dense smoke, and the measures taken to ensure safety while conducting rescue and firefighting tasks.

In the news

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Cause of fire: smoking on renovation works Flammable foam boards and non-retardant netting

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