LCSD receives 50 requests for assistance on fallen trees
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     Since the issuing of Tropical Cyclone signal No 8, the Regional Tree and Landscape Sections of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department has received 50 requests for emergency assistance concerning fallen trees and trunks on roadside.

There were 13 requests in Hong Kong region, 8 requests in Kowloon region and 29 requests in the New Territories region.

Ends/Friday, August 22, 2008
Issued at HKT 17:17

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