Attention TV/radio announcers:
Please broadcast the following as soon as possible:
Here is an item of interest to swimmers.
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (April 20) that due to big waves, red flag has been hoisted at Hap Mun Bay Beach in Sai Kung District. Beach-goers are advised not to swim at the beach.
Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Western District this morning (April 20) in which a 66-year-old woman died.
At about 6.35am, a medium goods vehicle (MGV) driven by a 54-year-old man was travelling along Connaught Road West eastbound. When approaching Water Street, it reportedly knocked down the 66-year-old woman who was crossing the road.
Sustaining serious head injuries, the woman was rushed to Queen Mary Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 7.32am.
The MGV driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death. He has been released on bail pending further enquiries and is required to report back to Police in late May.
Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Hong Kong Island is underway.
Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3660 6800.
Attention duty announcers, radio and TV stations:
Please broadcast the following special announcement immediately, and repeat it at frequent intervals:
"The Social Welfare Department announces that while the Red Rainstorm Warning has been issued, centres providing after school care programmes and elderly services centres which normally operate on Sundays and public holidays remain open. However, if necessary, members of the public can contact the centres to make arrangements for the safe return home of their children and family members."
Attention TV/radio announcers:
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Here is an item of interest to swimmers.
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (April 20) that due to inclement weather, red flag has been hoisted at Silverstrand Beach in Sai Kung District. Beach-goers are advised not to swim at the beach.
Attention TV/radio announcers:
Please broadcast the following as soon as possible:
Here is an item of interest to swimmers.
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (April 20) that due to big waves, red flag has been hoisted at Kiu Tsui Beach in Sai Kung District. Beach-goers are advised not to swim at the beach.