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Demolished_stack_Kwai_Chung

Demolished_stack_Kwai_Chung
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Although demolishing chimney stacks by blasting is common in many countries, the stringent requirements has deterred or barred demolition by means of blasting in Hong Kong.

 A tedious method was used whereby slicing sections of the concrete structure and breaking it up bit by bit. It took months to have the complete chimney torn down safely.

Date picture taken (may be approximate): 
Friday, April 17, 2009
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