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 (April 10) that the red tide off Silverstrand Beach in Sai Kung District has dissipated and the water quality of the beach is suitable for swimming.
However, due to big waves, the red flag has been hoisted at the beach. Beachgoers are advised not to swim at the beach.
The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) today (April 10) announced that the department collected 10 liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) samples from auto-LPG filling stations and LPG terminals on a random basis in March 2024 for laboratory tests. The results show that the LPG quality of all these samples complied with auto-LPG specifications.
The detailed test results are available on the EMSD website (www.emsd.gov.hk/en/rl/lpg_sample_analysis_simple). Enquiries can also be made to the EMSD hotline on 2333 3762.
In addition, the EMSD has been vetting independent third-party test reports submitted by LPG supply companies for each shipment to ensure that the quality of imported LPG complies with the specified requirements.
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 (April 10) that due to big waves, red flags have been hoisted at Stanley Main Beach, Shek O Beach and Big Wave Bay Beach in Southern District, Hong Kong Island. Beachgoers are advised not to swim at these beaches.
Attention TV and radio duty announcers:
Please broadcast the following special announcement as soon as possible, and repeat it at suitable intervals:
A fire broke out at a building on Jordan Road in Yau Ma Tei at 7.53am today (April 10) and was upgraded to No. 3 alarm at 8.04am. The Fire Services Department is conducting a firefighting operation.
The Department has received multiple requests for assistance. Members of the public who are being affected by the smoke and an unusual odour carried by the wind are advised to close their doors and windows, stay calm, and stay indoors, if possible, to wait for rescue by firefighters. If any emergency encounters, please seek police assistance immediately.
Due to the No.3 alarm fire at a building on Jordan Road in Yau Ma Tei, the Yau Tsim Mong District Office (YTMDO) today (April 10) has opened the temporary shelter at Henry G. Leong Yaumatei Community Centre (60 Public Square Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon) for residents in need.
The YTMDO will closely monitor the situation, and liaise with other government departments to provide residents with appropriate assistance.