Hong Kong Fire: Bamboo Scaffolding's End?

A tragic fire in Hong Kong, claiming at least fifty-five lives, spotlights the ancient practice of bamboo scaffolding. Despite its practicality and low cost, the city is moving towards metal scaffolding due to safety concerns, as evidenced by recent arrests and plans to phase out bamboo in public projects. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.