Hundreds evacuated after cooking mishap sparks false fire alarm at Hong Kong estate

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Fiona ChowFebruary 18, 2026 at 05:07 AM

Hundreds evacuated after cooking mishap sparks false fire alarm at Hong Kong estate

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In the early hours of Lunar New Year's second day, hundreds of residents were evacuated from Kin Wah House, a public housing estate in Tiu Keng Leng, Hong Kong, due to a suspected fire. The Fire Services Department received an alarm at approximately 2:30 AM on Wednesday. White smoke was reported billowing from a flat, prompting the evacuation. Upon investigation, authorities discovered the smoke originated from a cooking mishap, triggering a false alarm. Residents reported being awakened by the alarm and neighbors' shouts, with some expressing concern on social media.

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Lunar New Year 40% Chi Him Lam 50% Tiu Keng Leng 60% Fire Services Department 60% Kin Ming Estate 70% Kin Wah House 70% Hong Kong ×290%

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Hong Kong

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