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New Fire Safety Legislation Proposed After Tai Po Tragedy

2/25/2026

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Hong Kong's Fire Services Department (FSD) announced proposed legal amendments after the Tai Po blaze that killed 168 people in 2025.
Fire Chief Andy Yeung said the department will submit legislation by end-2026 and will require government approval to shut down fire alarms while holding property management companies responsible for fire safety.
An internal review led by a new steering committee will assess strategies and equipment use for large-scale fires.

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Hong Kong's Fire Services Department (FSD) announced proposed legal amendments after the Tai Po blaze that killed 168 people in 2025.
Fire Chief Andy Yeung said the department will submit legislation by end-2026 and will require government approval to shut down fire alarms while holding property management companies responsible for fire safety.
An internal review led by a new steering committee will assess strategies and equipment use for large-scale fires.