A fire engineering expert testified before a public hearing regarding last November’s fatal fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong. Asif Sohail Usmani recommended prohibiting the use of combustible materials on the exterior walls of apartment buildings during construction and renovation. This recommendation aims to prevent similar tragedies in the future. Usmani was appointed by the independent committee investigating the fire. The Wang Fuk Court fire resulted in multiple fatalities and raised concerns about building safety standards in the city. The hearing is part of an ongoing inquiry into the cause of the fire and potential preventative measures. The committee is expected to issue a full report with recommendations following the conclusion of the hearing.