Dozens of firefighters battle No 3 alarm fire at Hong Kong warehouse
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A major warehouse fire broke out in Hong Kong’s Tin Shui Wai district, prompting a swift response from dozens of firefighters. The blaze, which escalated to a No. 3 alarm—indicating significant severity—sent at least one person to the hospital and forced nearby residents to shut windows and doors due to thick smoke. Authorities are still working to contain the fire, which started just after noon and intensified within an hour.
Editor’s Note: Warehouse fires can be especially dangerous due to stored materials fueling the flames and smoke spreading quickly. This incident disrupts the local community, poses health risks from smoke inhalation, and strains emergency services. For Hong Kong, a densely populated city, fires like this highlight the challenges of urban safety and rapid response.
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