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Fire sprinklers, smoke detectors can help offset risk in Hong Kong: experts

8 months ago03 mins

Owners of residential buildings in Hong Kong should consider installing sprinklers and smoke detectors rather than relying on fire alarm call points with glass covers, experts have said, after video emerged that appeared to show a resident trying to sound the alarm using one of the boxes at Wang Fuk Court but without success. The…

Exclusive | What is role of property management firm ISS at Hong Kong estate ravaged by deadly blaze?

8 months ago02 mins

A global property management giant that was engaged to oversee the tender for fire safety and serve as the interface between residents and renovation contractors at Hong Kong’s ill-fated Wang Fuk Court estate broke its silence on Monday to offer condolences but declined to comment on its involvement. ISS EastPoint, a subsidiary of Denmark-based ISS,…