Very Hot Weather Warning issued

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.




Missing man in Western Division located

     A man who went missing in Western Division was located.

     Chen Shu-yun, aged 82, went missing after he was last seen on Woo Hop Street last night (July 10). His family made a report to Police on the same day.

     The man was located at the junction of Woo Hop Street and Queen’s Road West yesterday (July 11) night. He sustained no injuries and no suspicious circumstances were detected.




Labour Department to hold occupational health public talks

     The Labour Department (LD) will hold a public talk entitled "Health hazards of hot environment at work" on July 16 (Monday). The talk, designed for workers in hot environments to enhance their awareness of heat stroke prevention, will include symptoms of heat stroke, its first aid treatment and preventive measures.

     The talk, to be given by the LD's occupational health nurse and occupational hygienist, will be held at 3pm in Activity Room 1, Hong Kong Central Library, 66 Causeway Road, Causeway Bay.

     The LD will hold another talk entitled "Occupational health series for office workers (I): Health hints on the use of computer" on July 23 (Monday). The talk will briefly introduce the Occupational Safety and Health (Display Screen Equipment) Regulation, as well as the occupational health hazards and preventive measures associated with prolonged use of computers, so as to enhance employees' occupational health awareness.
 
     The talk will be held at 6.30pm in Activity Room 1, Hong Kong Central Library, 66 Causeway Road, Causeway Bay. To be given by the LD's occupational hygienist and occupational health nurse, the talk will include demonstrations and practice of workplace exercise.

     Both talks will be conducted in Cantonese. Admission is free. For enquiries or registration, please call 2852 4040.




Red flag hoisted at Stanley Main 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 (July 12) that due to big waves, red flag has been hoisted at Stanley Main Beach in Southern District, Hong Kong Island. Beach-goers are advised not to swim at the beach.




Missing man in Hung Hom located

     A man who went missing in Hung Hom was located.

     Yeung Hon-sum, aged 65, went missing after he left a hostel on Chi Kiang Street on July 9 morning. Staff of the hostel made a report to Police on the same day.
         
     The man was located on Nga Tsin Wai Road in Kowloon City yesterday (July 11) night. He sustained no injuries and was sent to Queen Elizabeth Hospital for examination. No suspicious circumstances were detected.