Nearly half of fire‑safety shutdown notices exceed new two‑month limit after Tai Po blaze
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 00:00 UTC
- Sources: South China Morning Post
Data shows that 45% of fire‑fighting system shutdowns filed over the past two years have lasted longer than the two‑month cap introduced after the deadly Tai Po fire. The Fire Services Department noted the new rules also apply to ongoing projects, prompting tighter compliance.
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