Public reminded not to burn wax, fly sky lanterns or litter
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The Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) reminds people to keep places clean, not to burn wax, not to put lit candles on the ground or grass pitches, not to throw glow sticks or other objects onto trees, and not to fly sky lanterns while celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival.
People littering at LCSD venues are liable to a penalty of $1,500, while the maximum penalty for burning wax, throwing objects onto trees or flying sky lanterns is a fine of $2,000 and 14 days' imprisonment.
Meanwhile, in the wake of the adverse impact brought about by Tropical Cyclone Mangkhut which has led to various levels of damage to the facilities and trees at many LCSD venues, the department is making great efforts to conduct clearance and repair work, and members of the public are advised not to go near or enter the cordoned-off areas at these venues for the sake of safety.
Ends/Sunday, September 23, 2018
Issued at HKT 11:00
Issued at HKT 11:00
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