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Tuesday, February 20, 1973
Police Constables Leung, Tam and Chan were members of the crew
of a launch and used life buoys to pick up survivors from the vicinity
of the burning restaurant. They also jumped into the water to save
between them 25 people.
The five fire officers and men were stationed at the Aberdeen
Fire Station at the time of the fire.
On receiving the fire alarm, they raced to the Aberdeen waterfront
and took a motorised oanpan out.
However, the boat broke down while approaching the scene; all
of them took off their uniforms, dived into the water and swam to the
aide of the burning ship to rescue people.
Despite the intense heat and numerous explosions, the firemen
displayed gallantry of the highest order in complete disregard to their
own safety.
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