Tai Po inquiry provides more details on the final moments of firefighter Ho Wai-ho.
They publishedTai Po inquiry sheds more light on final moments of firefighter Ho Wai-ho
First reportSouth China Morning Post · 7 Aug, 11:00Z
Latest reportSouth China Morning Post · 7 Aug, 11:00Z
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Why it matters
What
An independent Tai Po inquiry detailed firefighter Ho Wai-ho’s final moments and gear recovered from Wang Fuk Court.
Why
Inspection found prolonged heat contact heavily damaged his PBI Matrix uniform and likely exceeded his boots’ protection.
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Further inquiry findings on Ho’s heat exposure and recovered equipment.
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Summary
- Independent inquiry releases further details on Ho Wai-ho’s final moments.
- Images of Ho’s gear were recovered from the Wang Fuk Court scene.
- Post-fire inspection suggests prolonged contact with hot objects damaged uniform.
- PBI Matrix tunic and trousers heavily compromised.
- Boots likely exceeded by intense heat, implying extended exposure.