Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Chai Wan in the small hours today (December 30) in which a 55-year-old man died.

     At about 5.12am, a taxi driven by the 55-year-old man was travelling along Island Eastern Corridor westbound. When approaching Oi Tung Estate, the taxi reportedly collided with a private car which stopped at roadside.

     The taxi driver was sent to Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 6.03am. The 36-year-old female private car driver sustained minor injuries and was sent to Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital in conscious state.

     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.

     Hong Kong is home to more than 200 butterfly species, some of which can be found all year round.

     News.gov.hk spoke with an Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department Field Officer for an insight into the unique behaviour of butterflies and to learn why it is important to conserve them.

     The story appears on news.gov.hk (December 30) in text and video format.

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

     During the winter surge, the Hospital Authority is closely monitoring the service demand of Accident and Emergency Departments and the occupancy rate of medical wards in public hospitals. Key service statistics are being issued daily for public information. Details are in the appended table.

Attention TV/radio announcers:

Please broadcast the following as soon as possible and repeat it at regular intervals:
     
Here is an item of interest to swimmers.
     
     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (December 30) that due to urgent repair works, Sha Tin Jockey Club Swimming Pool in Sha Tin District has been temporarily closed until further notice.

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 (December 30) that due to big waves, red flag has been hoisted at Clear Water Bay Second Beach in Sai Kung District.  Beach-goers are advised not to swim at the beach.