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13/09/2019

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12/08/2019

Airport operations
Airport operations at Hong Kong International Airport have been seriously disrupted, all flights have been cancelled. All passengers are advised to leave the terminal buildings as soon as possible. Affected passengers please contact their respective airlines for flight arrangement.

Last updated on: 2019-08-12 16:50:00

09/08/2019

Updated 09/08/2019 22:00

Public assembly at airport

Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) is aware that there have been calls posted online for a public assembly at the airport on 9-11 August. The airport will operate normally. Passengers should allow sufficient time for travelling to the airport. Passengers are also advised to check the flight status on the Hong Kong International Airport website or the “HKG My Flight” mobile app, or enquire with the airlines for updated information before coming to the airport.

08/08/2019

07/08/2019

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05/08/2019

Message from Hong Kong Police:

Attention duty announcers, radio and TV stations:

Please broadcast the following message as soon as possible and repeat it at suitable intervals:

A large group of protestors are blocking roads extensively and setting fire to miscellaneous objects, posing a serious threat to the safety of the road users at scene. The protestors are surrounding and attacking various police stations and the adjacent Disciplined Services Quarters, hurling igniting objects and hard objects, making damages to the premises.

The Police strongly condemn the violent acts and warn the protestors to stop all illegal acts immediately. Police is using minimum force to disperse the protestors

05/08/2019

Updated on 05/08/2019 22:00

This is a private message from Hong Kong Travel Tips: In view of the current situation in Hong Kong, public transport are hacked, main roads and tunnels are blocked, riots and chaos are spread everywhere, all of you who are planning to Hong Kong please delay or cancel the trip if you can! If you have to do so please take extreme care!

So help me God!

05/08/2019

Updated 05/08/2019

Message from Hong Kong Airport Authority. 142 flights to Hong Kong have been cancelled!

Potential circumstances on Monday, 5 August might affect airport operation. The Airport Authority advises passengers to check with their airlines for the latest flight information, and to proceed to the airport only when their seats and flight time have been confirmed. Passenger should pay attention to the latest announcement by airlines, and also check with HKIA’s website or “HKG My Flight” mobile app for latest flight information.

https://www.hongkongairport.com/en/important-notice/index.page?noticeid=1523424631510-3

04/08/2019

Updated 04/08/2019 23:00

A large group of radical protestors were blocking roads in the busy areas of Causeway Bay. They set fire to a trolley of rubbish bins, cardboards and miscellaneous objects, posing a serious threat to the safety of everyone at scene.

In face of the situation, Police used tear gas in the area to disperse the protestors.

Police appeal to everyone at scene to leave immediately and strongly condemn the violent acts of protestors.

04/08/2019

Updated 04/08/2019 19:30

At 6.45pm today (August 4), some participants of a public meeting in the Western District left the venue of assembly in Belcher Bay Park and proceeded to Des Voeux Road West, heading towards Central. They are blocking carriageways and are committing the offence of “Participating in an unauthorized assembly”.

Police appeal to members of the public to leave immediately. Due to the obstruction of traffic, drivers are advised to stay tuned to the latest traffic arrangement.

03/08/2019

Updated 03/08/2919 22:04

Attention duty announcers, radio and TV stations:

Please broadcast the following message as soon as possible and repeat it at suitable intervals:

A large group of radical protestors continued to gather outside Tsim Sha Tsui Police Station, setting fire at various locations in its surrounding. They also damaged several vehicles inside the station and hurled bricks and hard objects into the building, causing serious public danger.

In face of the situation, Police officers used tear gas in the vicinity to disperse the protestors.

Police appeal to everyone at the scene to leave immediately and express strong condemnation against such violent acts.

03/08/2019

Updated 02/08/2019 21:50

Attention all visitors to Hong Kong!

Please do not try to enter the area of Tsim Sha Tsui, Jordan, Mongkok and Hung Hom as violence act are taken place!

Take care!

03/08/2019

Updated 03/08/2019 21:30

Announcement from Hong Kong Police

Attention duty announcers, radio and TV stations:

Please broadcast the following message as soon as possible and repeat it at suitable intervals:

A large group of radical protestors continued to gather outside Tsim Sha Tsui Police Station, setting fire at various locations in its surrounding. They also damaged several vehicles inside the station and hurled bricks and hard objects into the building, causing serious public danger.

In face of the situation, Police officers used tear gas in the vicinity to disperse the protestors.

Police appeal to everyone at the scene to leave immediately and express strong condemnation against such violent acts.

31/07/2019

Updated 17:00 31/07/2019

Here is the latest Tropical Cyclone Warning Bulletin issued by the Hong Kong Observatory.

The No. 8 Northeast Gale or Storm Signal is in force.

This means that winds with mean speeds of 63 kilometres per hour or more are expected from the northeast quarter.

At 5 p.m., Tropical Storm Wipha was centred about 310 kilometres south-southwest of Hong Kong (near 19.7 degrees north 113.0 degrees east) and is forecast to move northwest or west-northwest at about 15 kilometres per hour towards the vicinity of western Guangdong.

In the past few hours, Wipha took a more northwesterly track. According to the present forecast track, Wipha will be closest to Hong Kong in the coming few hours, skirting around 300 kilometres to our southwest. The Gale or Storm Signal, No. 8 is expected to remain in force for most of the rest of today.

The rainbands associated with Wipha will bring occasional heavy showers and squalls to the territory. Seas are rough with swells. You are advised to stay away from the shoreline and low-lying areas, and not to engage in water sports.

In the past hour, the maximum sustained winds recorded at Waglan Island, Tate's Cairn and Cheung Chau Beach were 81, 77 and 69 kilometres per hour with maximum gusts 99, 104 and 115 kilometres per hour respectively.

30/07/2019

Follow the projected path by Hong Kong Observatory it is unlikely that the cyclone will hit us directly! However thunderstorm are expected for the next 2 days! If you are / will be travelling to Hong Kong please check your flight schedule for any possible delay.

30/07/2019

Updated 30/07/2019 23:15

Here is the latest Tropical Cyclone Warning Bulletin issued by the Hong Kong Observatory.

The Strong Wind Signal, No. 3 is in force.

This means that winds with mean speeds of 41 to 62 kilometres per hour are expected.

At 11 p.m., the tropical depression over the northern part of the South China Sea was estimated to be about 490 kilometres south of Hong Kong (near 17.9 degrees north 114.4 degrees east) and is forecast to move northwest at about 12 kilometres per hour towards the vicinity of western Guangdong.

According to the present forecast track, the tropical depression will maintain a distance of over 300 kilometres from Hong Kong on Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. Unless the tropical depression intensifies significantly or adopts a more northerly track, local winds will not strengthen significantly early on Wednesday. The Strong Wind, Signal No. 3 is expected to remain in force before dawn on Wednesday. Members of the public are advised to take note of the latest weather bulletin before departing on Wednesday morning.

Under the influence of the outer rainbands associated with the tropical depression, there will be heavy squally showers and thunderstorms over the coast of Guangdong in the next few days. Seas will be rough with swells.

In the past hour, the maximum sustained winds recorded at Tate's Cairn, Waglan Island and Cheung Chau Beach were 55, 54 and 48 kilometres per hour with maximum gusts 73, 76 and 65 kilometres per hour respectively.

(Precautionary Announcements with No. 3 Signal)

1. Please complete precautions as soon as possible. Make sure objects likely to be blown away are securely fastened or taken indoors. Check if all windows and doors can be securely locked.

2. Drains should now be cleared of leaves and rubbish. People in low-lying areas should take precautions against flooding.

3. Seas are rough and there are swells. You are advised to stay away from the shoreline and low-lying areas, and not to engage in water sports.

4. Avoid staying in areas exposed to high winds. Drivers using highways and flyovers should be alert to violent gusts.

5. Small vessels not yet in typhoon shelters should seek shelter without delay. Use heavy anchors and check that all deck fittings are firmly fastened.

6. Listen to radio, watch TV or browse the Hong Kong Observatory's website and mobile app for the latest information on the tropical cyclone.

Source:
https://www.hko.gov.hk/m/wtcb3.htm

30/07/2019

Updated 30/07/2019 08:00

Message from Mass Transit Railway (MTR)

Extra Travelling Time on the Kwun Tong Line & Tseung Kwan O Line

Due to a number of train door obstruction and passengers requesting assistance incidents on the Kwun Tong Line and Tseung Kwan O Line, extra travelling time and longer waiting times at platforms on the Kwun Tong Line and Tseung Kwan O Line can be expected.

Longer waiting times on the Kwun Tong Line and Tseung Kwan O Line platforms can be expected.
Please allow more time for travel.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

http://www.mtr.com.hk/alert/alert_simpletxt_title

+A free MTR shuttle bus service is operating between Kwun Tong Station and Tiu Keng Leng Station, stopping at Lam Tin and Yau Tong stations. Please consider using other transport. You can plan your journey using the "Citymapper" link by clicking the "Alternative Transport Information" button below.

28/07/2019

Updated on 17:00 28/07/2019

Starting from 1700 hours today, the Police conducted a dispersal operation from the west to the east of Yuen Long. As a result, the protestors at most of the locations have already dispersed. Nonetheless, some protestors are still gathering in the south of the Yuen Long MTR station.

The Police will soon proceed with dispersal and appeal to the participants to leave the area towards the north as soon as possible. They may take the MTR West Rail line to leave Yuen Long.

The Police warn that if the protestors still refuse to leave, the Police will conduct arrest actions.

The Police hereby reiterate that the protestors are participating in an unauthorised assembly in breach of the Public Order Ordinance of the Hong Kong Laws, with the maximum penalty at 5 years’ imprisonment.

28/07/2019

At 1500 hours today (28/7), a public meeting was held in Chater Garden, Central and half an hour later, some of the participants suddenly deviated from the approved location and proceeded to thoroughfares. They are currently walking along Queensway and Hennessy Road towards Wan Chai, obstructing the traffic in the vicinity. The Police appeal to members of the public to stay tuned to the latest announcements from the Police .

Hong Kong Police Force - Home

27/07/2019

26/07/2019 17:30

As a large group of people surrounded Yuen Long Police Station and Police is conducting dispersal operation currently (July 27), the Report Room service in Yuen Long Police Station has been suspended until further notice. For emergencies, please call 999.

Police’s provision of emergency service to members of the public has been severely affected by protestors. Police appeal to people at scene to leave as soon as possible!

https://www.police.gov.hk/ppp_en/

Hong Kong Police Force - Home

22/07/2019

To get update on current situation of Hong Kong please visit

www.police.gov.hk

21/07/2019

Hong Kong is now in a position of uncontrollable status with civil disturbance and riot! For all who are planning to Hong Kong please think twice and for those who are already in Hong Kong please be cautious!

16/09/2018

KMB and LWB Service Arrangement During Typhoon (17 Sept, 05:20)
（17 Sept 05:20)

Due to the impact of Typhoon Mangkhut, most of the major road condition is unsatisfactory and the facilities of some bus stops have been damaged. This suspension KMB and LWB daytime bus service shall continue until further notice for safety reasons.

KMB and LWB will work closely with government departments to clear obstacles on the road and repair the damaged facilities as soon as possible and to resume the bus service.

Passengers can visit KMB & LWB website or call the customer service hotline at 2745 4466 for the latest update.

http://www.kmb.hk/en/news/press/archives/news201809172699.html

16/09/2018

MTR ANNOUNCEMENT

Train Service Disruption on the East Rail Line due to an Overhead Line damaged by fallen trees (17/09 06:00)

http://www.mtr.com.hk/alert/alert_title_wap.html

16/09/2018

It's glad to learn that the Hong Kong International Airport has resumed operations early this morning (17/09)! As around 900 flights were cancelled on yesterday (16/09) it is expected to take few days to resume normal operations. Please refer to your flights operators/travel agents for alternative arrangements and also refer to the airport official web site for flights details and transportation arrangement!

https://www.hongkongairport.com

16/09/2018

Flight Operations at Hong Kong International Airport

Due to Typhoon Mangkhut, flight operations at Hong Kong International Airport may be affected. Passengers are advised to contact their airlines for the latest flight information, and to proceed to the airport only when their seats and flight time have been confirmed before departing for the airport. Passengers can also check with the airport’s website:

https://www.hongkongairport.com

Last updated on: 2018-09-16 10:35:00

21/06/2018

*** The Hong Kong Dragonboat Carnival 2018 ****

Best Of All It's In Hong Kong
Hong Kong Dragon Boat Carnival
Intro

Follow the lead of Hongkongers and make a party out of an ancient Chinese festival under the modern skyline of Victoria Harbour. Enjoy boats, beers and the cheers of hundreds of thousands of spectators — it’s the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Carnival!

Watch thousands of the world’s top dragon boat athletes battle it out at the CCB (Asia) Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races — three days of intense racing that will fill the harbour with heart-pounding action, a profusion of colour and the sounds of drummers and fans cheering paddlers on to the finish line. Quench the summer heat with water games by the sand and beers, and fill your stomach with local and international bites at the fleet of food trucks.

[21/6 06:01] 《KH》Joseph Tan: Date:
22–24 June 2018

Venue:
Central Harbourfront Event Space
Admission:
Free Admission

Source: m.discoverhongkong.com