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In view of the recent fish kills at Tap Mun fish culture zone that are related to the occurrence of red tides and harmful algae, the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) will arrange for mariculturists who have suffered serious losses to register tomorrow (February 2) for assistance from an emergency relief fund.
An AFCD spokesman said today (February 1) that relief funds would be released to affected mariculturists according to established criteria with a view to providing them with some relief.
Applicants for the fund should register at the Sai Kung Wholesale Fish Market, Hoi Pong Street, Sai Kung, or call 2150 7108 for enquiries.
Ends/Monday, February 1, 2016
Issued at HKT 19:30
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