Hong Kong Protest Techniques
EJ Fox
August 14, 2019
Hong Kong Protest Techniques Traffic cones - to help contain tear gas cannisters Suitcases (as defenses) Water bottles Laser pointers Breaking bricks Using slingshots Transporting divider fencing Extinguishing tear gas with traffic cones and metal bowls Makeshift armor: saran wrap, garbage can lids, luggage = shields Organization - human supply chain lines Hand signals for when supplies are needed Parting crowds for ambulances Anonymous, leaderless Airdrop and signal/telegram chats for organization “Be like water” move quickly instead of occupying a single location Using trains and public transit to move quickly Hiding identity through laser pointers and spray paint aimed at security cameras Single-use transit tickets for untracked public transit
Discussion in the ATmosphere