Post by : Shakul

An unusual incident has emerged from a hotel in Shenzhen, China, after a guest reportedly activated the emergency fire hose system by attempting to use it to hang towels and clothes to dry. The mistaken action triggered the sprinkler system, flooding the room within minutes and causing significant water damage to the hotel property.

According to videos circulating online, the guest affixed garments to a ceiling-mounted fire hose or sprinkler head — a component of the building’s fire safety system — which resulted in the system discharging large amounts of water across the floor. This transformed the room into what many online commentators described as a “water curtain cave,” rapidly inundating the area.

Hotel management has estimated the damage at around 150,000 yuan (approximately ₹17 lakh), with water affecting the hotel’s infrastructure, furniture and electrical fixtures. Discussions are reportedly underway between the hotel and the guest regarding compensation for the repairs and losses.

The incident has sparked widespread online discussion, with many social media users cautioning others about the critical role of fire safety equipment and warning against tampering with or misusing emergency systems intended solely for life safety.

Experts emphasize that fire hoses and automatic sprinkler systems are precision-designed safety mechanisms that operate under high pressure and should never be repurposed for casual use such as drying clothes. Misuse can not only lead to costly damage but can also compromise the readiness of these systems in real emergencies.

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