Overcrowding is a serious fire hazard, says former Fire and Rescue DG


A flat roof top illegally converted to a hostel which caught fire last year in Jinjang. The many bed frames found in this building indicates the overcrowding of tenants.

IF HOUSES and buildings are found to be fire hazards, action can be taken under existing laws.

StarMetro had recently highlighted the growing problem of houses turned into hostels and spoke to several fire experts on the issue.

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