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LHD Group Hong Kong Activates Contingency Response to Support HKFSD During Taipo High-Rise Fire
HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Dec. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lakeland Industries, Inc. (“Lakeland Fire + Safety” or “Lakeland”) (NASDAQ: LAKE), a leading global manufacturer of protective clothing for industry, healthcare, and first responders, today announced that the Hong Kong operation of its LHD Group (“LHD Hong Kong”) assisted the Hong Kong Fire Services Department (“HKFSD”) in remaining operational and protected during their courageous efforts battling the devastating fire at Wang Fuk Court, Taipo,
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