Hong Kong International Airport: 5 flights cancelled and 145 flights delayed before 2pm.

A spokesperson for the Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department stated that Hong Kong International Airport maintained normal operations this morning despite the adverse weather conditions. Due to lightning, the airport temporarily issued a red lightning warning signal, during which all work on the apron had to be suspended to ensure safety. As of 10:30 this morning, there were a total of 5 cancelled flights and 145 delayed flights before 2 pm this afternoon at Hong Kong International Airport. The Civil Aviation Department reminded passengers to check with their airlines for the latest flight information before heading to the airport. Passengers can also visit the Hong Kong International Airport website or use the mobile application "My HKG" to check for the latest flight information. In addition, transportation to and from the airport may also be affected by the adverse weather, so passengers are advised to allocate sufficient time to travel to the airport.