I
HONG K
| |-
I.
FIRE
The normal problems of fire prevention and firefighting are complicated in Hong Kong by one of the world's highest population densities. To meet these dangers Hong Kong's Fire Services Department has developed into one of the best equipped and most efficient fire-fighting forces in the world. Formed in 1868 when its 66 full- time firemen raced to the scene on foot, the department now has a fleet of modern appliances, including fire-boats, and more than 3,000 personnel. Besides actual firefighting the department maintains a Fire Prevention Bureau comprising seven divisions including, training and publicity, and an ambulance service.