Decline of Hong Kong's iconic neon signs due to new safety regulations

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
New safety regulations in Hong Kong are causing the city's iconic neon signs to disappear, with only 500 signs remaining out of a peak of 150,000, leading residents to worry about the loss of a key part of the city's identity.

Key Points

  • Neon signs in Hong Kong are disappearing due to new safety regulations
  • Only 500 signs remain out of a peak of 150,000
  • Residents are concerned about the city losing a key part of its identity