Premium Facilities Affected as Cathay Pacific Airways Lounge Closes Due to Fire

Saturday, 28 September 2024, 07:50

Premium facilities at the Cathay Pacific Airways business lounge in Hong Kong airport were severely disrupted after a fire caused an evacuation. The incident occurred early Saturday morning, prompting immediate repairs and the temporary closure of The Pier lounge, the largest premium facility at the airport. More than 250 individuals were evacuated, but thankfully, no injuries were reported.
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Premium Facilities Affected as Cathay Pacific Airways Lounge Closes Due to Fire

Fire Breaks Out at Hong Kong Airport's Cathay Pacific Lounge

Premium facilities at Cathay Pacific Airways have been put on hold due to a fire incident at its business lounge, The Pier, located in Hong Kong airport's Terminal 1. The fire broke out early Saturday morning, with reports indicating that the blaze originated from an electrical meter room around 9:55 AM. Emergency services promptly responded, evacuating 252 individuals, including 200 passengers and 52 staff.

Impact of the Closure on Services

  • No injuries reported, but the situation led to significant disruptions.
  • Customers are being transferred to alternative Cathay Pacific lounges.
  • Urgent repairs are underway, necessitating the lounge's temporary closure.

Cathay Pacific has expressed its apologies for the inconvenience caused and assures that updates will be communicated to those impacted by the closure of their premium facilities. The airline emphasized the lounge's features, which cater to the needs of first and business class passengers.


This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


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