Hong Kong's border crossings were overwhelmed today (Dec. 25) as tens of thousands of residents headed north for Christmas getaways. The Immigration Department estimated that over 11.5 million people would pass through control points during the Christmas and New Year holidays.
Major checkpoints began to fill up early in the morning with outbound travelers. The surge of people nearly overwhelmed the Lo Wu Control Point crossing and crowded MTR East Rail Line trains.
At Shenzhen Bay, a long line of vehicles formed on the bridge, prompting police to advise patience and caution due to heavy congestion.
Meanwhile, West Kowloon High-Speed Rail Station was described as "a sea of people" by social media users. Despite the extreme crowding at the station, the fully open customs counters ensured relatively smooth processing. Travelers were advised to arrive early to allow extra time for boarding.
Photos and videos posted online showed packed trains, car queues, and bustling stations, highlighting the demand for cross-boundary travel during the festive period.
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