Reported 11 months ago
A fire in Hsinchu City's 'Clear Sky Hub' luxury apartment complex highlighted a fire safety crisis with questions raised on emergency systems and power lines being in the same conduit causing fires, lack of fire compartmentation, and poor fire sealing in cable duct holes. Investigations revealed that around 70% of developments lack proper fire compartmentation despite regulations, leading to a blame game between authorities. The incident, which resulted in the death of two firefighters and trapped residents, emphasizes the urgent need for improved fire safety standards in high-rise buildings mandated through building regulations.
Source: YAHOO