The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Kevin Yeung, and the Permanent Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism cum the Vice-Chairman of the Film Development Council, Mr Joe Wong, were saddened today (July 3) to learn of the passing of famous film director Mr Alex Law Kai-yui.
      
     Mr Yeung said, "Alex had been contributing a lot to the local film industry and created a lot of classic popular films which are full of cultural ambiance. His directed film Echoes of the Rainbow (2010) received high acclaim and became the first Hong Kong film to win the Crystal Bear for Best Film in the Generation Kplus category at the Berlin International Film Festival. Apart from these personal achievements, Alex had also been active in promoting the Hong Kong film industry development through various government initiatives. On behalf of the Bureau, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to his family and friends."
      
     Mr Wong said, "Alex had a strong passion for film throughout his life. He was dedicated to nurturing talents and strived to promote the development of Hong Kong films over the years. We are deeply saddened by the passing of Alex and will fondly remember him."

     The Government announced today (July 3) that in order to fight the coronavirus epidemic, the Environmental Protection Department and the Drainage Services Department have been collecting sewage samples for virus testing in all districts, and had detected positive results in some areas, indicating that there may be hidden cases in the premises within these areas.
 
Rapid test
 
     As regards positive sewage testing results with relatively high viral loads in the following areas, the Housing Department and the respective District Offices will commence distributing about 290 000 sets of the COVID-19 rapid antigen test (RAT) kits to residents, cleaning workers and property management staff working in the following areas for them to take the test on their own, in order to help identify infected persons:
 

• Tai Po District – Fortune Plaza, Treasure Garden, Jade Plaza, Ting Nga Court, Eightland Gardens, Tai Yuen Estate, Fu Shin Estate, Yat Nga Court; and residential premises around Chui Lok Street, Kau Hui Chik Street and Mei Sun Lane (see Annex)
• Yuen Long District – Shek Po Tsuen and San Lee Uk Tsuen in Hung Shui Kiu, Casa de Oro, Parkview Garden, Sha Chau Lei Tsuen, Sheffield Villas, Tak Cheung Building, Tin Sam Villa and Tak Hing Building
• Southern District – South Horizons, Tin Wan Estate, Shek Pai Wan Estate and Yue Kwong Chuen

     Members of the public may refer to (www.coronavirus.gov.hk/rat/eng/rat.html) for enquiries relating to the use of the RAT kits.
 
     When using an RAT kit, please pay attention to and follow the instructions from the manufacturer to perform the test and read the result properly. It is advisable to record the displayed result by taking a photo immediately after reading. Users should wash their hands before and after performing the tests, and avoid placing non-essential items within the specimen collection area. After completing the test, wrap and seal all components of the test kit carefully and dispose of them properly. If the household environment is contaminated during the specimen collecting process, disinfection should be conducted with 1 in 49 diluted bleach solution or 70 per cent alcohol.
 
     People who obtained a positive result through an RAT for the first time can report via the online platform "Declaration System for individuals tested positive for COVID-19 using Rapid Antigen Test" (www.chp.gov.hk/ratp/). If individuals encounter difficulties using the online platform, they can call the automated system at 183 6119 to register their identification document and telephone number. The Centre for Health Protection of the Department of Health will contact the relevant person later to finish the report procedure.

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Here is an item of interest to swimmers.

     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (July 3) that the lifesaving services at Hap Mun Bay Beach and Trio Beach in Sai Kung District were resumed at 3:30pm today. The lifesaving services at the two beaches were suspended earlier on as lifeguards were unable to go to the beaches by ferries due to rough sea condition.

     However, due to big waves, the red flag at the two beaches remain hoisted. Beach-goers are advised not to swim at the beach.
 

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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 3) that due to big waves, the red flag has been hoisted at Hap Mun Bay Beach in Sai Kung District. Beachgoers are advised not to swim at the beach.

     In light of positive test results for the COVID-19 virus from sewage samples collected in Eastern District, the Home Affairs Department (HAD) said today (July 3) that the Eastern District Office (EDO) has distributed a total of about 110 000 COVID-19 rapid test kits to households, cleansing workers and property management staff living and working in the District.

     The EDO distributed rapid test kits to households, cleansing workers and property management staff living and working in Heng Fa Chuen, Heng Fa Villa, Carson Mansion, Harbour Glory, Yuet Ming Building, United Building, Swanhill Mansion, 188-190 Electric Road and Tung Hei Court for voluntary testing through the property management companies.

     The HAD made the above arrangements in the hope of identifying infected persons early.

     Members of the public may refer to the demonstration video produced by the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) under the Department of Health (DH) via www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzFAUzTtmKk to learn how to use the rapid antigen test (RAT) kit.

     Persons testing positive through an RAT should take a photo of the test result and declare the result within 24 hours via the Declaration System for Individuals Tested Positive for COVID-19 Using Rapid Antigen Test (www.chp.gov.hk/ratp). If members of the public encounter difficulties in using the online platform, they can call the automated system at 183 6119 to register their identification document and telephone number. The CHP under the DH will contact the relevant person later to complete the report procedure. There is no need to declare negative test results.

     The Government appeals for the co-operation of members of the public to safeguard the health of themselves and their families by undergoing testing on a voluntary basis and fighting the virus together. The Government urges all individuals who are in doubt about their own health condition, or individuals with infection risks (such as individuals who visited places with epidemic outbreaks or had contact with cases that tested positive), to undergo testing promptly for early identification of infected persons to reduce the transmission risks of COVID-19.