Temporary traffic arrangements for tram track renewal works in Eastern District from this Saturday

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     The Transport Department (TD) today (January 4) reminded the public that to facilitate the trial run of tram track renewal work in Eastern District, the following temporary traffic arrangements will be implemented from about 10am this Saturday (January 6) to 10am on January 9 (Tuesday):

(1) Traffic lane closure
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* A section of the slow lane of King's Road eastbound near Tong Shui Road will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic.

(2) Temporary cancellation of tram lane
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* A section of the tram lane on King's Road eastbound near Tong Shui Road will be temporarily cancelled.

     Appropriate traffic signs and road markings will be erected on-site to guide motorists. The TD anticipates that the traffic in the vicinity of King's Road near North Point and Tong Shui Road will be more congested during the above works period. Motorists should exercise tolerance and patience in case of traffic congestion. Members of the public are advised to plan their journey in advance and allow sufficient time to cater for unexpected delay, and stay alert to the latest traffic news in the media.

     Details of the temporary traffic arrangements are now available on the department's website (www.td.gov.hk).

Ends/Thursday, January 4, 2018
Issued at HKT 17:10

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