An inquiry into a deadly Hong Kong fire is hearing expert testimony on the factors that contributed to its rapid spread. Experts are expected to discuss substandard renovation materials, design flaws, and the potential role of a discarded cigarette as the ignition source. The fire, which occurred during renovations at Wang Fuk Court, resulted in 168 fatalities and significant displacement, making it the city's worst blaze in decades. AI
RANK_REASON Expert testimony on factors contributing to a major fire. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.0]
- Dr Lee Wing-man
- Dr To Chi-wing
- Government Laboratory
- Hong Kong
- Hong Kong Fire Services Department
- Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- Justice David Lok Kai-hong
- Lam Kin-kwan
- Richard Yuen Kwok-kit
- Yiu Men-yeung
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