Reported about 1 year ago
Hsinchu City Fire Chief Lee Shih-gong faced backlash for comments on firefighters climbing 28 floors while carrying air cylinders, emphasizing past stairway climbing competitions held at 17 to 18 floors height. After the tragic incident where two firefighters lost their lives in a fire, concerns were raised by city council members regarding the preparedness and equipment standards. Requests for an apology, clarification on air cylinder usage, and equipment review were made, highlighting the importance of frontline firefighter input in equipment procurement decisions to boost their safety and morale.
Source: YAHOO