Workers flee as thick smoke spews from Cathay flight simulator in Hong Kong
Cathay Pacific Airways ' headquarters triggered a fire alarm on Wednesday, leading to the evacuation of hundreds of workers.
Police received a report at 4.40pm about smoke originating from a flight simulator at Cathay Pacific City on Lantau Island.
Cathay City is the airline's headquarters on Lantau island. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
Hundreds of employees were evacuated to an outdoor area. No injuries were reported.
A source said the smoke originated from a flight simulator, which was used for training.
Fire engines and an ambulance were on standby at the scene.
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