Today's News: Very Hot Weather Warning in Effect and Fatal Traffic Accident in Sau Mau Ping
Hong Kong is affected by very hot weather today, and the Observatory has issued a warning to remind the public to prevent heatstroke. Regarding public safety, a fatal traffic accident occurred in Sau Mau Ping, while Customs detected two cases of drug trafficking via luggage at the airport. Additionally, some public activities and facilities have been adjusted due to engineering works or weather conditions.
The Observatory has issued a Very Hot Weather Warning, and the Centre for Health Protection of the Department of Health reminds the public that the weather is extremely hot and appropriate measures should be taken to prevent heat-related illnesses. Members of the public should stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun outdoors, and monitor their physical condition to prevent heatstroke.
Regarding public order and safety, the police are investigating a fatal traffic accident that occurred yesterday (June 20) afternoon in Sau Mau Ping, which resulted in the death of a man. Furthermore, Hong Kong Customs detected two cases of drug trafficking involving luggage at Hong Kong International Airport on June 19, seizing approximately six kilograms of suspected ketamine and about five kilograms of other suspected dangerous drugs.
Regarding livelihood and public facilities, as the flag podium at Golden Bauhinia Square in Wan Chai requires maintenance work, the flag-raising and flag-lowering ceremonies originally scheduled for tomorrow (June 22) and the day after (June 23) will be suspended. Additionally, the Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced that due to big waves, the red flag has been hoisted at Pui O Beach on Lantau Island, indicating that it is dangerous to swim there, and reminding the public not to enter the water.
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