A major fire broke out in a container storage yard in Yau Ma Tei, Hong Kong, on October 14, resulting in significant damage to over 10 containers. The blaze, believed to have originated from plastic materials, took 14 hours to extinguish.
Firefighters faced challenges due to the nature of the materials involved and the confined space of the container yard. They utilized drones to assess the situation, deployed multiple street wells for water supply, and even mobilized fire boats to pump seawater directly onto the fire. Heavy fire-fighting equipment was necessary to move the burning containers and extinguish any remaining sparks.
The fire eventually spread to a nearby barge, increasing the scale of the incident. Authorities raised the fire alarm to Level 3, indicating a major emergency, and dispatched additional resources to contain the flames.
Despite the significant damage caused, no injuries were reported. The fire department urged nearby residents to take precautions by closing their doors and windows due to the smoke and flames.
The incident serves as a reminder of the potential hazards associated with container storage and the importance of fire safety measures in such facilities.
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