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Fire at Hong Kong Airport Forces Evacuation of 30

2/10/2026

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  • On February 10, 2026, firefighters evacuated 30 people from Hong Kong International Airport after a switch-room fire near boarding gate 212.
  • The Fire Services Department received the report at 3:03 PM and extinguished the fire by 4:01 PM.
  • Two fire engines and breathing-apparatus teams responded to the incident.
  • The Airport Authority closed gates 212, 214, and 216, with no aircraft present and no injuries reported.