About $4 million will be donated to the family of Principal Fireman Leung Kwok-kei who was fatally injured on duty last year.
The money will be granted under the Financial Assistance Scheme for Family Members of Those Who Sacrifice Their Lives to Save Others.
Officer Leung died on December 4 after sustaining serious head injuries in an explosion that occurred while he was attempting to rescue people from a gas leak in Shek Kip Mei Estate on November 22.
Secretary for Labour & Welfare Matthew Cheung, who chairs the committee approving the grants, presented the notification letter to Officer Leung's family at the Fire Services Department Headquarters today and hailed the officer for his bravery.
"Mr Leung demonstrated a high degree of gallantry and selflessness to save and protect the lives of others. He spared no effort in rescuing people, risking his own life even in the face of grave danger. His professionalism and self-sacrifice command our greatest respect," Mr Cheung said.
"We deeply mourn the loss of such an outstanding and devoted public servant. The grant represents the Government's recognition of Mr Leung's act of exceptional courage and gallantry of the highest order."
