06 Dec 2024 | 10:41 AM UTC
Hong Kong: Emergency crews responding to fire at shipyard in Aberdeen, Hong Kong, Dec. 6
Firefighters responding to a fire at a shipyard on Shum Wan Road in Aberdeen, Hong Kong, China, Dec. 6. Increased security likely.
Authorities are responding to a fire in a shipyard on Shum Wan Road in the Aberdeen area of Hong Kong on Dec. 6. Initial reports indicate the fire began at 16:11 with black smoke covering the area. Firefighters are at the scene and have evacuated nine people. The cause of the incident remains unclear.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the affected area. Authorities may restrict access to nearby roads to facilitate the movement of emergency vehicles. Officials may also mandate additional building evacuations in the vicinity as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations end.
Avoid the impacted area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors to avoid smoke exposure, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water. Heed all official advisories, including evacuation orders.
