A simulated crash that leads to a blaze and chemical leakage is tackled by people from various government agencies during the drill. Steven Yiu Previous NextChristine TangThe Hong Kong International Airport is ready for emergency accidents and crises, after it completed a safety drill for a chemical leakage with various government departments, Airport Authority executive director Steven Yiu Siu-chung said. After the 4 1/2-hour drill, Yiu said that safety is always the top priority at the airport. The drill took place on the new North Runway from 2.15am to 6.45am yesterday. The Air Traffic Control Tower immediately activated the crash alarm, while the authority activated the Airport Emergency Centre to facilitate coordination and communications among departments.

Source: The Standard November 10, 2023 01:13 UTC