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The Islands District Office today (June 17) reported on the latest situation in the Tai O area. The conditions of flooding and landslide in Tai O have not worsened.
Water supply to Tai O and the villages in the vicinity of Tai O was normal.
Repair works on Keung Shan Road were in progress. A temporary traffic lane was maintained on Keung Shan Road for passage of engineering vehicles, emergency rescue vehicles and vehicles for transporting relief materials. Tai O Road has been fully opened for public use.
Civil Aid Service members continued to visit villages in Tai O and provided assistance to villagers as necessary.
So far six families involving about 20 people have moved into temporary public housing units in Yat Tung Estate, Tung Chung, while 22 families of more than 30 people are staying at Lung Tin Estate, Tai O.
Residents who were affected by the rainstorms and have financial difficulties may apply to the Islands District Office for emergency relief funds.
Ends/Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Issued at HKT 17:59
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