All traffic lanes of Yiu Hing Road to fully reopen on June 30

Yiu hing road in shau kei wan to fully reopen for two-way traffic on june 30 after completion of emergency slope repair works

The Highways Department (HyD) today (June 28) announced that the remaining temporarily closed traffic lane of a section of Yiu Hing Road near Yiu Tung Estate in Shau Kei Wan will be reopened at about 5.30am on June 30 (Sunday) to fully resume two-way traffic along the entire road, alongside the reopening of the northern footpath after rehabilitation and completion of a bus trial run.

During the torrential rain on September 8, 2023, a severe landslide occurred on a natural slope about 60 to 100 metres above Yiu Hing Road, resulting in the need for temporary full closure of the section of the carriageway fronting Yiu Ming House of Yiu Tung Estate. The HyD immediately collaborated with the Geotechnical Engineering Office to formulate a work plan for carrying out the emergency repair works, which are of high complexity and risk, for the natural slope in phases.

After the completion of the first phase of the slope repair works by the HyD, a traffic lane of the section of Yiu Hing Road was reopened for one-way westbound traffic on March 23, 2024. The HyD then continued to carry out the next phase of the slope repair works, including reinforcing the slope near the road surface with shotcrete, stabilising isolated boulders in the middle portion of the slope with the installation of rock dowels, and construction of concrete buttresses to stabilise the remnant tor at the crown of the slope.

The HyD has completed the above works and reinstated the road surface. The remaining temporarily closed traffic lane of the section of Yiu Hing Road will be reopened to resume two-way traffic on June 30, while the northern footpath fronting Yiu Ming House of Yiu Tung Estate will be reopened at the same time. The seven franchised bus routes (i.e. Citybus Routes 77, 82S, 99, 720X, N8 and Cross Harbour Routes 110 and 606) and two green minibus (GMB) routes (GMB Routes 50 and 65) plying the road section will all resume their services using the original route. The original bus stops outside Yiu Hing House and Yiu Kwai House of Yiu Tung Estate and opposite to Shaukeiwan Plaza in the eastbound direction of Yiu Hing Road will be reopened, except for the original bus stop opposite to Yiu Ming House of Yiu Tung Estate in the westbound direction of Yiu Hing Road, which will continue to be suspended.

To further protect the safety of road users, the HyD will continue to carry out the remaining slope protection works, including the installation of metal protection nets on the shotcreted surface in the middle portion of the slope. In addition, the Water Supplies Department (WSD) has completed the water pipe repair works along the northern footpath and will arrange for the phased removal of temporary pipes within Yiu Tung Estate. Meanwhile, the WSD and the Drainage Services Department will also seek to complete the repair works of all damaged underground public utilities as soon as possible. Upon completion of all related works processes, the HyD will carry out the remaining road reinstatement works with a view to fully reopening the southern footpath of Yiu Hing Road as soon as possible.

To protect the safety of road users during the slope protection works, the traffic lanes in both bounds and the footpath of the relevant section of Yiu Hing Road need to be temporarily closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic when specified inclement weather warning signals (including a Localised Heavy Rain Advisory for the Eastern District, Hong Kong; Red or Black Rainstorm Warning Signals; Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 or above; a Special Landslip Advisory for the Eastern District, Hong Kong, or a Landslip Warning) are in force. Appropriate traffic signs will be erected on-site to guide motorists and pedestrians. Franchised bus and GMB services plying both bounds of Yiu Hing Road will be temporarily diverted to route via Yiu Hing Road Bus Terminus to maintain services for the residents of Yiu Tung Estate. Members of the public are advised to pay attention to the latest information released by the Hong Kong Observatory as well as the latest traffic news distributed via radio, television and the "HKeMobility" mobile application.

All traffic lanes of Yiu Hing Road to fully reopen on June 30 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

All traffic lanes of Yiu Hing Road to fully reopen on June 30 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

All traffic lanes of Yiu Hing Road to fully reopen on June 30 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

All traffic lanes of Yiu Hing Road to fully reopen on June 30 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

All traffic lanes of Yiu Hing Road to fully reopen on June 30 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

All traffic lanes of Yiu Hing Road to fully reopen on June 30 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

All traffic lanes of Yiu Hing Road to fully reopen on June 30 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

All traffic lanes of Yiu Hing Road to fully reopen on June 30 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

All traffic lanes of Yiu Hing Road to fully reopen on June 30 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

All traffic lanes of Yiu Hing Road to fully reopen on June 30 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Investigation into dengue fever in tin shui wai continues: public urged to take precautionary measures and stay informed

The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health today (June 30) continued its investigation into a case of dengue fever (DF)announcedon June 28. The CHP urged again the public to maintain strict environmental hygiene, mosquito control and personal protective measures both locally and during travel. Meanwhile, persons who have been to Tin Shui (1) Estate in Tin Shui Wai with DF symptomsshould contact the CHP as soon as possible.

According to the latest findings of epidemiological investigations, no linked case has been identified by the CHP so far. The CHP has inspected the residence of the patient on June 28. Blood samples of the patient's two household contacts tested negative for dengue virus upon laboratory testing. As at 3pm today, the CHP has contacted over 3 000 residents from over 1 200 households of Tin Shui (1) Estate in Tin Shui Wai. No suspected case is identified.

Officers of the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) and the Housing Department inspected the vicinity of Tin Shui (1) Estate in Tin Shui Wai and enhanced the anti-mosquito work yesterday (June 29) morning. They also suggested the cleansing service contractor to strengthen mosquito control measures.

The CHP held a health talk jointly with the FEHD yesterday evening in the Tin Shui Community Centre, during which the CHP also conducted free DF antibody tests for people in the district with relevant symptoms.

Meanwhile, the CHP appeals to persons who have been to Tin Shui (1) Estate in Tin Shui Wai with DF symptoms to call the CHP's hotline (2125 2374) which is operatingfrom 9am to 1pm tomorrow(July 1) and will continue to operatefrom 9am to 5pmfrom July 2, Monday to Friday(excluding public holidays) for laboratory investigation or referral as appropriate. DF is clinically characterised by high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, muscle and joint pain, nausea, vomiting, swollen lymph nodes and rash.

The CHP's investigations are ongoing.

The public should take heed of the following advice on mosquito control:

Thoroughly check all gully traps, roof gutters, surface channels and drains to prevent blockage;

Scrub and clean drains and surface channels with an alkaline detergent compound at least once a week to remove any deposited mosquito eggs;

Properly dispose of refuse, such as soft drink cans, empty bottles and boxes, in covered litter containers;

Completely change the water of flowers and plants at least once a week. The use of saucers should be avoided if possible;

Level irregular ground surfaces before the rainy season;

Avoid staying in shrubby areas; and

Take personal protective measures such as wearing light-coloured long-sleeved clothes and trousers and apply insect repellent containing DEET to clothing and uncovered areas of the body when doing outdoor activities.

DEET-containing insect repellents are effective and the public should take heed of the tips below:

Read the label instructions carefully first;

Apply right before entering an area with risk of mosquito bites;

Apply on exposed skin and clothing;

Use DEET of up to 30 per cent for pregnant women and up to 10 per cent for children*;

Apply sunscreen first, then insect repellent; and

Re-apply only when needed and follow the instructions.

* For children who travel to countries or areas where mosquito-borne diseases are endemic or epidemic and where exposure is likely, those aged 2 months or above can use DEET-containing insect repellents with a DEET concentration of up to 30 per cent.

The public should call1823in case of mosquito problems and may visit the following pages for more information: the DF pages of theCHPand theTravel Health Service, the latestTravel Health News,tips for using insect repellents, and the CHPFacebook PageandYouTube Channel.

CHP announces investigation progress of case of dengue fever Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CHP announces investigation progress of case of dengue fever Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CHP announces investigation progress of case of dengue fever Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CHP announces investigation progress of case of dengue fever Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases