Vessel collision incident near Lamma Island (2)
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As at 7.45am today (October 2), 28 were certified dead at scene while eight others were certified dead upon arrival of hospitals. Over 100 people were sent to five hospitals during the incident, nine of them have sustained serious injuries or are in critical condition.
Rescue action will continue as Fire Services Department cannot rule out that there are still people inside the vessel or missing. Those who suspected that their relatives are missing in the incident can call the Police enquiry hotline 1878 999.
Ends/Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Issued at HKT 08:44
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