Special traffic arrangements for Flag Raising Ceremony

2024-06-28 12:38 Last Updated At：16:50

Police to implement special traffic arrangements for flag raising ceremony in wan chai north: road closures, traffic diversions, and parking suspensions announced

Police will implement special traffic arrangements to facilitate the holding of the Flag Raising Ceremony on July 1 in Wan Chai North, Central and Tin Hau.

A. Road closure

The following roads will be closed, except for vehicles with permit:

(a) From 7.30am to 11.40am on June 29 and from 0.01am on June 30 to noon on July 1:

- Expo Drive;

- Expo Drive Central;

- Expo Drive East; and

- The slip road leading from Central-Wan Chai Bypass Tunnel to Expo Drive.

(b) From 0.01am on June 30 to noon on July 1:

- Eastbound Lung Wo Road between the Wan Chai portal of Central-Wan Chai Bypass Tunnel and Fleming Road.

- Lung Wo Road between Edinburgh Place and Tim Wa Avenue.

(d) From 5.30am to noon on July 1:

- Westbound Lung Wo Road between the Wan Chai portal of Central-Wan Chai Bypass Tunnel and Fleming Road; and

- Lung Tat Path.

(e) From 6.45am to 7.15am on July 1:

- Tung Lo Wan Road between Causeway Road and Lin Fa Kung Street West.

B. Traffic diversions

In connection with the road closure as mentioned above, the following traffic diversions will be implemented:

(a) From 7.30am to 11.40am on June 29 and from 0.01am on June 30 to noon on July 1:

- Traffic from Central heading for Wan Chai will be diverted via Man Po Street, eastbound Yiu Sing Street and eastbound Lung Wo Road.

(b) From 0.01am on June 30 to noon on July 1:

- Traffic along eastbound Lung Wo Road heading for Fleming Road and Hung Hing Road must turn right to southbound Lung Hop Street, and vehicles heading for Island Eastern Corridor must enter eastbound Central-Wan Chai Bypass Tunnel; and

- Traffic turning right from northbound Lung Hop Street can only enter eastbound Central–Wan Chai Bypass Tunnel via eastbound Lung Wo Road.

- Traffic along eastbound Lung Wo Road will be diverted to southbound Edinburgh Place; and

- Traffic along westbound Lung Wo Road will be diverted to southbound Tim Wa Avenue.

(d) From 5.30am to noon on July 1:

Traffic along westbound Hung Hing Road heading for westbound Lung Wo Road must turn left to southbound Fleming Road, via northbound Fleming Road, westbound Harbour Road, Fenwick Pier Street roundabout, westbound Fenwick Pier Street and northbound Lung Hop Street.

(e) From 6.45am to 7.15 am on July 1ï¼

Traffic along westbound King's Road will be diverted to westbound Causeway Road.

C. Suspension of parking spaces and pick-up/drop-off area

- The metered parking spaces and pick-up/drop-off areas at Expo Drive and Expo Drive East will be suspended from 7.30am to 11.40am on June 29 and from 0.01am on June 30 to noon on July 1; and

- All metered, motorcycle and disabled parking spaces on Tung Lo Wan Road between Causeway Road and Lin Fa Kung Street West will be suspended from 10pm on June 30 to 7.30am on July 1.

All vehicles parked illegally during the implementation of the above special traffic arrangements will be towed away without prior warning, and may be subject to multiple ticketing.

Actual implementation of traffic arrangements will be made depending on traffic and crowd conditions in the areas. Motorists are advised to exercise tolerance and patience and take heed of instructions of the Police on site.

CHP announces investigation progress of case of dengue fever

2024-06-30 19:50 Last Updated At：19:58

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.