Fireman Wong Ka-hei, 27, who lost his life fighting a blaze in Tsuen Wan yesterday, should be buried in Gallant Garden, the official burial ground for government servants killed in the line of duty, his commander said.
'He sacrificed his life in combating the fire. His act was brave. I believe he deserves a place there,' New Territories South divisional commander Szeto Yat-san said.
Commander Szeto described Wong as an outstanding and responsible firefighter.
'Wong was hard-working and willing to learn and offer himself to help others. We are saddened,' he said.
The department's flag flew at half mast over its headquarters in Hung Hom and three regional command offices in memory of Wong's death.
Wong is the only fireman to have been killed at a fire in the past 10 years.
