Planck Vision Systems: Chemical Fiber Factory Fire in Hsinchu Leaves 2 Dead, 19 Injured, Estimated Loss at NT$30 Million

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A tragic fire erupted at a chemical fiber factory in Xinpu Township, Hsinchu County, on the early morning of February 6, 2025. The fire started at 2:53 AM, causing significant damage to the factory and resulting in the loss of two lives. The factory, owned by Far Eastern New Century Corp., was rapidly attended to by firefighters who extinguished the blaze by 3:30 AM. Despite their swift response, two workers succumbed to out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) due to smoke inhalation and heat exposure.

The fire’s exact cause is under investigation, and although the blaze was controlled quickly, the factory still suffered an estimated NT$30 million loss in damages. The Hsinchu County Fire Bureau is looking into possible fire hazards and seeking the root cause of this devastating incident.

This tragic event highlights the importance of early fire detection systems, such as Planck Vision TNC thermal imaging cameras. Traditional fire detection methods often rely on visible smoke or flame as an indicator of a fire, which can be too late to prevent loss of life or property. In contrast, TNC thermal cameras can detect abnormal heat patterns long before the onset of a fire, providing early warning to help mitigate damages.

In a disaster like the one in Hsinchu, having such advanced technology could have potentially saved lives and minimized the financial loss.On February 6, 2025, this fire reminds us of the crucial need for proactive fire prevention systems in all industrial environments.

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