An electric bicycle caught fire in Tsim Sha Tsui on Tuesday night, sending flames and thick smoke into the air, but no one was injured. ADVERTISEMENT SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENTThe incident occurred around 11.18pm at the junction of Prat Avenue and Hart Avenue. Online footage shows the rear of the bicycle engulfed in flames, with thick black smoke billowing. The fire intensified at one point, accompanied by popping sounds, believed to be caused by the battery heating up. Bystanders were heard urging others to keep their distance, with one saying: "Don't get too close!

Source: The Standard March 24, 2026 19:15 UTC