Lau Fau Shan Warehouse Fire Burns for 8 Hours Before Being Extinguished
SingTao · 3 SOURCESabout 3 hours ago1 MIN
Summary
A three-alarm fire broke out at a warehouse in Fung Kong Tsuen, Lau Fau Shan on Thursday afternoon, September 17. The blaze originated in a wood storage facility and burned for more than eight hours before fire crews brought it under control. Twenty-six people were evacuated safely with no injuries reported .
Key Points
- Fire started at approximately 1:15 pm at a warehouse on Kap Pak Leng Road in Fung Kong Tsuen, Lau Fau Shan
- Fire was upgraded to Level 3 at 1:29 pm due to the intense burning and heavy smoke billowing from the scene
- The warehouse measured approximately 50 metres by 30 metres; 25 males and 1 female were evacuated
- Fire crews deployed 5 fire hoses and 5 smoke helmet teams to combat the blaze
- Fire was surrounded at approximately 6 pm, contained by evening, and largely extinguished by 9:30 pm
- The Fire Services Department advised residents to stay away from the scene and keep windows closed if affected by smoke
Why It Matters
The incident highlights the challenges faced by fire services in tackling large-scale industrial fires in remote New Territories areas. The extended duration of the blaze underscores the difficulty in suppressing warehouse fires involving combustible materials, while the successful evacuation of all personnel demonstrates effective emergency response protocols in protecting lives .
The incident highlights the challenges faced by fire services in tackling large-scale industrial fires in remote New Territories areas. The extended duration of the blaze underscores the difficulty in suppressing warehouse fires involving combustible materials, while the successful evacuation of all personnel demonstrates effective emergency response protocols in protecting lives .