❗ Why did the fire spread so rapidly?

According to fire safety experts in Hong Kong, several factors may have contributed to the disaster:

1. Bamboo scaffolding and fire-resistant nets with low fire resistance

The entire complex was surrounded by bamboo scaffolding due to a large-scale renovation that began in July 2024.
Even with fire-retardant chemicals applied, the material can still ignite quickly when exposed to large flames.
The fire spread upward from the lower floors, burning the safety nets and entering individual apartments.

2. Flammable materials inside residential units

Many units contained flammable items such as newspapers, wood, and old belongings, which fueled the fire.
The intense heat radiated to adjacent buildings, creating an effect similar to a “giant oven.”

3. Workers smoking at the construction site

Residents reported frequent smoking and careless disposal of cigarette butts by construction workers — a serious fire hazard.

4. Strong winds spreading burning debris

Strong winds carried burning fragments from one building to another, causing eight blocks to be affected.

5. Major challenges for rescue teams

Collapsing scaffolding and falling debris created dangerous conditions.
Extreme temperatures made it difficult for firefighters to reach upper floors and rescue trapped residents.

⚠ Key lessons for buildings currently operating in Vietnam

The tragedy in Hong Kong highlights the critical importance of:

🔸 Fire safety during construction and renovation

Using certified fire-resistant materials
Properly covering and securing scaffolding
Strictly controlling worker activities

🔸 Managing flammable items inside residential areas

🔸 24/7 monitoring and regular fire-drill training

🔸 Emergency response plans for multi-building fire scenarios

Ensuring resident safety is not only a responsibility — it is the core priority in building management and operation.

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✔ Strict fire safety procedures
✔ 24/7 technical supervision during repairs and construction
✔ Rigorous fire-risk control measures
✔ Maximum safety for all residents

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