Kwun Tong line

The Kwun Tong line, a vital part of Hong Kong's MTR network, experienced service disruptions on consecutive days due to the unusual presence of monkeys on the tracks. On Thursday morning, a monkey straying onto the tracks near Kowloon Bay station caused trains to operate at reduced speeds, increasing journey times by five to eight minutes, although train frequency remained unaffected. The following day, Friday morning, a similar incident occurred at Tsuen Wan station, necessitating further service adjustments. These events highlight an unexpected challenge to the MTR's operational efficiency, as the rail operator had to advise passengers to allow extra travel time. The repeated disruptions underscore the vulnerability of even well-established public transport systems to unforeseen environmental factors, prompting a need for measures to ensure the continued smooth operation of the Kwun Tong line and other affected MTR services.