Hey everyone! This week, Hong Kong’s fire squads got a major tech upgrade: a fresh batch of disaster relief supplies from the Chinese mainland is already in action. 💪🔥
According to Chris Tang Ping-keung, secretary for security of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the gear includes lighting drones, dual-light reconnaissance drones, exoskeletons and new firefighting boots. These high-tech tools are helping the Hong Kong Fire Services Department work faster and safer during rescue ops. 🚁👢
On Wednesday, another delivery touched down, featuring specialized firefighter goggles and waterproof gloves. Talented crews wasted no time, putting the gear straight to work across the city. 🕶️🧤
Whether it’s lighting up hard-to-reach areas with drones or giving rescuers extra muscle via exoskeletons, these supplies are a perfect example of how smart tech is transforming disaster response. From Mumbai’s flood relief drones to drone-based night patrols in Jakarta, we’re seeing a region-wide shift toward innovation in emergencies. 🌏✨
As young pros and tech lovers, we know how game-changing these tools can be. Let’s keep an eye on how they shape future rescue missions and inspire more #TechForGood projects across South and Southeast Asia! 🙌
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New batch of supplies for Hong Kong fire relief efforts put in use
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