Bus Exhibition in Hong Kong Faces Heatwave Challenge
Key Ideas
- Several bus models damaged by extreme heat during a four-day event in Victoria Park celebrating the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.
- Intense sunlight caused significant damage, melting components like windows and doors, leading to the removal of affected models by the Transport Department.
- Exhibition showcases historical development of bus transportation in Hong Kong and advancements in public transport, including new energy vehicles like electric and hydrogen fuel cell buses.
- Despite the setback, the exhibition continues to draw large crowds, with the event proceeding as planned without major disruptions.
Several bus models were damaged by extreme heat during a four-day event in Victoria Park, Hong Kong, meant to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. The intense sunlight caused significant damage, melting components like windows, doors, and distorting paint and interior fittings. The Transport Department decided to remove the affected models to prevent further damage. Despite concerns raised about placing the models in transparent display cases, the exhibition continues to attract large crowds. It features a range of buses displayed in a transparent enclosure arranged to form the number '75', symbolizing the anniversary. The event not only celebrates the historical development of bus transportation in Hong Kong but also showcases advancements in public transport, including new energy vehicles like electric and hydrogen fuel cell buses. The exhibition proceeds as planned, reassuring visitors that all registered attendees will be able to enjoy the displays.