FSD and CMHK Collaborate to Enhance Smart Firefighting in Hong Kong

FSD and China Mobile Hong Kong sign MOU to promote smart firefighting

​The Fire Services Department (FSD) and the China Mobile Hong Kong Company Limited (CMHK) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today (November 12) to jointly promote smart firefighting, aiming to enhance the emergency management level of Hong Kong and provide better safeguards for citizens.

The FSD and the CMHK will explore the feasibility of applying innovative technologies in fire service work across various technical fields, including the use of technologies such as artificial intelligence, thermal imaging and the Internet of Things; developing innovative applications of the low-altitude economy in rescue operations; and applying advanced indoor locating technologies in firefighting operations. This collaboration can significantly strengthen the FSD's rescue service quality and operational efficiency, as well as enhancing the safety of frontline personnel.

Witnessed by the Director of Fire Services, Mr Andy Yeung, and the Executive Consultant of the CMHK, Mr Sean Lee, the MOU was signed by the Assistant Director (Corporate Strategy) of the FSD, Mr Wong Ka-wing, and the Managing Director of the Corporate Market Division of the CMHK, Mr Johnson Zhang.

Mr Yeung said that the FSD has always shouldered the responsibility of protecting the lives and property of citizens, as well as preventing and fighting fires. The mission relies not only on a professional firefighting team and excellent equipment but also on technological capability. He said that the FSD will fully utilise the CMHK's technological advantages in the areas of 5G, big data, the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence to leverage intelligentisation and informatisation in firefighting.

Mr Lee said that the CMHK has been carrying out various exchanges, collaborations and exploratory practices regarding application scenarios such as fire rescue and fire warnings with the FSD since last year. Both parties joined hands again this year to launch exploration and pilot schemes on projects such as backpack base stations and emergency communications, with a view to further enhancing co-operation of both parties in fire technologies.

FSD and China Mobile Hong Kong sign MOU to promote smart firefighting Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

FSD and China Mobile Hong Kong sign MOU to promote smart firefighting Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

FSD and China Mobile Hong Kong sign MOU to promote smart firefighting Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Tropical Cyclone Toraji situation report (1)

The Hong Kong Observatory issued No. 8 Northeast Gale or Storm Signal at 11.10pm yesterday (November 13).

The Home Affairs Department has so far opened 27 temporary shelters in various districts and 101 people have sought refuge at the shelters.

As at 2am today (November 14), the Government's 1823 Call Centre received one report of fallen trees. The Fire Services Department and the Leisure and Cultural Services Department have not received any reports of fallen trees. No report of landslide or flooding has been received so far.

According to the Hospital Authority, as at 2am today, no people have sought medical treatment at the Accident and Emergency Departments at public hospitals during the typhoon period.