The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department today (July 23) announced an adjustment to the auto-LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) ceiling prices for dedicated LPG filling stations from August 1 to August 31, 2020, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contracts of the dedicated LPG filling stations.
 
     A department spokesman said that the adjustment on August 1, 2020, reflects the movement of the LPG international price in July 2020. The adjusted auto-LPG ceiling prices for dedicated LPG filling stations will range from $2.59 to $3.16 per litre, representing an increase of $0.04 to $0.05 per litre.
 
     The spokesman said that the auto-LPG ceiling prices were adjusted according to a specified pricing formula. The formula comprises two elements – the LPG international price and the LPG operating price. The LPG international price is the LPG international price of the preceding month. The LPG operating price is adjusted on the first day of February every year according to the movement in the Composite Consumer Price Index in the previous year.
 
     The auto-LPG ceiling prices for respective dedicated LPG filling stations in August 2020 are as follows:
 
Location of                                Auto-LPG           Auto-LPG
Dedicated                                   Ceiling              Ceiling
LPG Filling Station                       Price in             Price in
                                             August 2020        July 2020
                                               (HK$/litre)        (HK$/litre)
 
Fung Yip Street, Chai Wan              3.16               3.11
Ngo Cheung Road, West Kowloon    3.16               3.11
Sham Mong Road, Mei Foo              2.81               2.77
Yip Wong Road, Tuen Mun               2.81               2.77
Marsh Road, Wan Chai                    2.81               2.76
Fung Mat Road, Sheung Wan           2.74               2.69
Wai Lok Street, Kwun Tong              2.74               2.69
Yuen Chau Tsai, Tai Po                    2.74               2.69
Cheung Yip Street, Kowloon Bay       2.79               2.74
Kwai On Road, Kwai Chung              2.79               2.74
Hang Yiu Street, Ma On Shan           2.59               2.55
Tak Yip Street, Yuen Long                2.59               2.55
 
     The spokesman said that the details of the LPG international price and the auto-LPG ceiling price of each dedicated LPG filling station have been uploaded to the department website www.emsd.gov.hk. They are also posted at dedicated LPG filling stations to enable the trades to monitor the price adjustment.
 
     Details of the pricing adjustment mechanism for dedicated LPG filling stations can also be viewed under the "What's New" section of the department website at www.emsd.gov.hk/en/what_s_new/current/index.html.

     The Lands Department (LandsD) today (July 23) posted notices in accordance with section 4 of the Lands Resumption Ordinance (Chapter 124), section 14 of the Roads (Works, Use and Compensation) Ordinance (Chapter 370) and section 4 of the Land Acquisition (Possessory Title) Ordinance (Chapter 130) for the resumption of land for the implementation of the First Phase Development of Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area (HSK/HT NDA).  
 
     The development comprises site formation and engineering infrastructure works within the works area of the First Phase Development for forming sites for the subsequent development of a Dedicated Rehousing Estate (DRE) for rehousing eligible domestic households, village resite areas for compensating eligible building lot owners, purpose-built multi-storey buildings/open air sites for accommodating brownfield operations, and an electricity substation.
 
     A total of 195 private lots with an area of about 12 hectares and land involving 10 graves and 42 urns with an area of about 359.36 square metres will be resumed. The land will revert to the Government upon the expiry of a period of three months from the date of affixing the notices of land resumption (i.e. October 24, 2020). After affixing the notices, the Government will offer ex-gratia land compensation to the relevant land owners in accordance with the relevant procedures. 
 
     For the affected households and business undertakings within the works area, the above-mentioned land reversion date is not their departure deadline. Affected households and business undertakings should note the departure deadlines (ranging from the fourth quarter of this year to the third quarter of 2021) as indicated in the letters issued by the LandsD to each of them on July 9 this year. In accordance with the applicable procedures, the LandsD will post notices again in relevant areas three months before the departure deadlines of the relevant affected households and business undertakings.
 
     The LandsD and relevant government departments are handling the compensation and rehousing matters of the relevant land owners and affected households and business undertakings at full steam, and will endeavour to complete the follow-up work of the relevant cases before clearance commences.
 
     The HSK/HT NDA will be positioned as a regional hub in the North West New Territories. Upon full development, it will provide a total of about 61 000 housing units. The enabling works under the First Phase Development are critical to the smooth implementation of the whole NDA development. In particular, the DRE to be constructed on the site formed under the First Phase Development is targeted for population intake in 2024, so that there will be sufficient units to rehouse the eligible households affected by the clearance operations for the Second Phase Development to be commenced from the same year.

     The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health (DH) today (July 23) reminded members of the public, particularly those undertaking outdoor activities, to take heed of necessary measures against heat stroke and sunburn in very hot weather.

     "The public should carry and drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration while engaging in outdoor activities," a spokesman for the CHP said.

     "Those engaged in strenuous outdoor activities should avoid beverages containing caffeine, such as coffee and tea, as well as alcohol, as they speed up water loss through the urinary system," the spokesman explained.

     "The obese, the sick, including those with heart disease or high blood pressure, the old and the young are more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. They should pay special attention," the spokesman added.

     The public should adopt the following precautions:
 

• Wear loose and light-coloured clothing to reduce heat absorption and facilitate sweat evaporation and heat dissipation;
• Avoid vigorous exercise and prolonged activities like hiking or trekking as heat, sweating and exhaustion can place additional demands on the physique;
• Perform outdoor activities in the morning or late afternoon;
• For indoor activities, open all windows, use a fan or use air-conditioning to maintain good ventilation; and
• Reschedule work to cooler times of the day.

     If working in a hot environment is inevitable, introduce shade in the workplace where practicable. Start work slowly and pick up the pace gradually. Move to a cool area for rest at regular intervals to allow the body to recuperate.

     The public should also note the latest and the forecast Ultraviolet (UV) Index released by the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO). When the UV Index is high (6 or above):
 

• Minimise direct exposure of the skin and the eyes to sunlight;
• Wear long-sleeved and loose-fitting clothes;
• Wear a wide-brimmed hat or use an umbrella;
• Seek a shaded area or put on UV-blocking sunglasses;
• Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen lotion with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 15 or above. Apply liberally and reapply after swimming, sweating or toweling off; and
• While using DEET-containing insect repellents for personal protection against mosquito-borne diseases, apply sunscreen first, then insect repellent.

     If symptoms develop, such as dizziness, headache, nausea, shortness of breath or confusion, rest and seek help immediately, and seek medical advice as soon as possible.

     The public may obtain more information from the DH's Health Education Infoline (2833 0111), heat stroke page and UV radiation page; the HKO's Dial-a-Weather (1878 200), latest weather and forecast, UV Index and weather information for hiking and mountaineering; and press releases of the Labour Department on precautions against heat stroke for outdoor workers and their employers when the Very Hot Weather Warning is in force.

Attention duty announcers, radio and TV stations:
 
     Please broadcast the following special announcement immediately, and repeat it at frequent intervals when the Very Hot Weather Warning is in force:
 
     The Labour Department reminds employers that as the Very Hot Weather Warning is in force, they should assess the risk of heat stroke to their employees and adopt effective preventive measures such as providing cool drinking water, setting up temporary sunshade and providing mechanical aids to reduce physical exertion of employees. Employees should drink water regularly and be mindful of their physical condition. If early heat stroke symptoms such as headache and thirst appear, they should rest in a cool or shady place and drink water immediately. They should also inform their supervisors to take appropriate actions.
 

Attention TV/radio announcers:

Please broadcast the following as soon as possible:

     The Hong Kong Observatory has issued the Very Hot Weather Warning.

     To prevent heat stroke, avoid prolonged activities outdoors.

     If engaged in outdoor work or activities, wear a wide-brimmed hat and light-coloured, loose-fitting clothes. Stay in shaded areas as much as possible.

     Drink plenty of water, and avoid beverages containing caffeine or alcohol.

     If you feel sick, consult a doctor right away.