An independent inquiry into Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades has released further details about the final moments of fallen firefighter Ho Wai-ho, who died in the line of duty while responding to the blaze at Wang Fuk Court last November. An interim report from an interdepartmental fire investigation task force was released by the government-appointed independent committee on Thursday. It praised Ho’s selflessness in saving lives. “[He] demonstrated exceptional bravery and a deep sense of duty while responding to the incident,” it said. The document also noted that his PBI Matrix tunic and trousers, which were designed to withstand extreme temperatures for brief periods, were heavily compromised.