Today (9th) at around 3 p.m., a loud noise was heard from a unit in Shanquan Building, Shuiquanao Village, Shatin. Several residents heard the sound and called the police. The owner surnamed Xiao was injured on the forehead, hands and feet in the incident, and remained conscious. After being treated by ambulancemen at the scene, he did not need to be sent to the hospital. The fire department and the police are investigating the cause of the explosion.
On-site news said that Xiao Weng lived alone in the above site, and the unit area was more than 100 square feet.
The unit's air conditioner was affected by the explosion and was shaken to the point where it fell off the platform.
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It was seen at the scene that the air conditioner in the unit was affected by the explosion and was shaken to the platform, the window glass was shattered, and the fragments and parts fell to the planter area downstairs. Fortunately, no passers-by were injured.
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According to the recommendations of the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, when using electric water heaters, the public should pay attention to the installation or modification of electric water heaters. Registered electrical contractors and licensed plumbers must be hired to install or modify electric water heaters.
When using an electric water heater, follow the instructions contained in the instruction manual.
After using the electric water heater, the power of the electric water heater should be turned off.
Regularly arrange experienced technicians to inspect and repair electric water heaters.
If there is any abnormality (such as tripping) when using the electric water heater, stop using it immediately and contact the supplier for inspection and repair.
Do not install a shower head with an on-off valve on the "shower storage type" electric water heater, otherwise the water tank of the electric water heater may explode due to excessive pressure.
