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The Transport Department (TD) today (July 18) reminded the public that special traffic and transport arrangements would be implemented in Kowloon from about 2pm this Sunday (July 21) to facilitate the holding of a public procession.
The special traffic and transport arrangements will mainly include:
Lane closures
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Traffic lanes on the following road sections will be intermittently closed from about 2pm:
1. The section of Cheung Sha Wan Road southbound between Cheung Sha Wan Playground and Wong Chuk Street;
2. The section of Cheung Sha Wan Road northbound between Wong Chuk Street and Boundary Street;
3. The section of Nathan Road southbound between Boundary Street and Jordan Road;
4. The section of Jordan Road westbound between Nathan Road and Canton Road; and
5. The section of Canton Road southbound between Jordan Road and Salisbury Road.
Public transport services
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A total of 45 bus routes operating in the affected areas will be temporarily diverted. The public transport operators concerned will arrange publicity to inform passengers of the temporary arrangements.
The TD anticipates that the traffic along the procession route will be affected. Motorists are advised to avoid using the affected roads. In case of traffic congestion, motorists should exercise tolerance and patience, and follow the instructions of the Police. Members of the public who plan to go to the affected areas are advised to use public transport services.
The TD and the Police will closely monitor the traffic situation and implement appropriate measures whenever necessary. Motorists and the public are advised to stay alert to the latest traffic news on radio and television.
Details of the special traffic and transport arrangements are available on the TD website (www.td.gov.hk). For further queries, please call 1823.
Ends/Thursday, July 18, 2013
Issued at HKT 14:00
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