HKSAR Government clarifies fake news on water discharge from Shenzhen

     Regarding fake news on social media saying Shenzhen will discharge water shortly and may cause flooding in the North District, a spokesman for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government today (September 1) clarified that the message is totally groundless and fictitious. 

     The spokesman said that members of the public should pay attention to announcements on Government official channels. If the HKSAR Government is notified of water discharge from Shenzhen in accordance with the established mechanism, the Government will inform the public as soon as possible and take relevant actions and arrangements to protect public safety. 

     The spokesman condemned the people who issued the fake news and said the law enforcement agency will take follow-up action accordingly. The spokesman urged the public not to believe in fabricated rumours lightly.