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Saturday, May 22, 2010

Blaze at Japan Garden City

Developer ignored hazard alarm

Finds The Daily Star investigation; the fire-fighting still not functional months after 7 of a family killed; govt yet to take action

Major Probe Findings
* None of the 90 fire hoses inspected in 6 buildings were connected to water reservoirs.
* No pump and dedicated generator to draw water from the tanks.
* Emergency exits 11 inches narrower than the width required by law.
* Fire doors made of wood instead of mandated fire-resistant materials.
* Date-expired fire extinguishers

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