Correctional officers at Hei Ling Chau Correctional Institution stopped a fight among persons in custody yesterday (July 30).

     At 12.37pm yesterday, three male persons in custody aged between 39 and 43 were found fighting inside the dining hall. Officers at the scene immediately stopped the fight and called for reinforcement.

     During the incident, one person in custody sustained injuries to his eye and chest etc. He was referred to a public hospital for further examination and treatment after the treatment by the institution Medical Officer. The other two persons in custody did not sustain any injury.

     The case has been reported to the Police for investigation.

     The three persons in custody were respectively sentenced to imprisonment for the offences of theft and trafficking in a dangerous drug.

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     The Department of Health (DH) today (July 31) announced that, as the Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 is now in force, all DH clinics are closed, except for Methadone Clinics which will be open for the normal operating hours. Those receiving methadone treatment can attend Methadone Clinics for their daily dose.

     The public is advised to pay attention to radio and television announcements. 

Attention duty announcers, radio and TV stations:

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     As the No.8 Northeast Gale or Storm Signal has been issued, the Marine Department reminds vessel owners, masters and persons-in-charge
of vessels that they should take precautionary measures immediately and properly secure their vessels at safe locations.

     In case of an accident, a report should be made immediately to the Vessel Traffic Centre at 2233 7801.

Attention duty announcers, radio and TV stations

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        The Immigration Department announces that when Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 or above is in force, services at the Immigration Headquarters and all Branch Offices, Registration of Persons Offices, Births, Deaths and Marriage Registries and Smart Identity Card Replacement Centres are temporarily suspended.
 

Attention duty announcers, radio and TV stations:

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     The Trade and Industry Department (TID) announces that as Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 has been issued, its public services have been suspended.

     The TID's public services will resume progressively within two hours if the No. 8 signal is cancelled before 3.30pm.