The Transport Department stated that the parking meter system had broken down, receiving a report of the malfunction just after 8:20 am. Emergency repairs were immediately initiated to minimize inconvenience for motorists, with the department also tasked with investigating the root cause of the issue. Motorists seeking information could contact the service hotline at 2332 3700. Later, Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan reported that some parking meters had returned to normal functionality following the repairs. She emphasized that no parking tickets would be issued until the entire system was operational again. Chan also noted that the Transport Department had contacted the police, stating that enforcement would not take place in affected areas while the system was being repaired. Chan further confirmed the department's high priority on the matter, instructing Hong Kong Telecom, the system operator, to submit a report as soon as possible, with an initial report expected within 24 hours.