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DSD implements flood prevention measures to cope with Tropical Storm Wutip (with photos)
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     ​In light of the approaching Tropical Storm Wutip, the Director of Drainage Services, Mr Ringo Mok, held a meeting on June 11 with the senior management team of the department, followed by inspections of locations that had been hit by severe flooding in the past, such as Chai Wan, Heng Fa Chuen, and Wong Tai Sin, to learn about the implementation of flood prevention measures.
      
     Mr Mok and the senior management team inspected several locations respectively, including the modular pumping system at Chai Wan Road roundabout, the installation of demountable flood barriers at Heng Fa Chuen, the divider holes at Lung Cheung Road carriageway in Wong Tai Sin, grid manhole covers, and the Pilot Scheme on Wading Line System. He also inspected the powerful pumping robots, Mobile Powerful Pumping Robot and Amphibious Pumping Robot, to ensure their readiness for operation.
      
     As the Tropical Storm Wutip came within 800 kilometres of Hong Kong, the Drainage Services Department (DSD) initiated early preparation for low-lying or exposed coastal areas, such as Tai O and Lei Yue Mun. The measures include inspecting drainage channels, installing demountable flood barriers, setting up temporary water pumps, providing and placing sandbags, and constructing temporary pedestrian walkways. The DSD will maintain close liaison with the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO) and closely monitor the flooding situation.
      
     Earlier in March this year, the DSD conducted a drill in full spectrum before the rainy season and further enhanced the response capacity of the Emergency Control Centre (ECC). During extreme weather, the number of emergency response teams will increase from 160 last year to approximately 180, with over 30 emergency operation stations in Hong Kong, to conduct inspections and clearance of drainage channels across the territory. The DSD will continue to implement the "just-in-time clearance" measures, deploying staff immediately upon receiving rainstorm warnings from the HKO to inspect and clear 240 drainage points in Hong Kong which are prone to blockages.
      
     When the HKO issues a Red or Black Rainstorm Warning Signal, a special announcement on Flooding in the northern New Territories, the Pre-No. 8 Special Announcement or Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 or above, the DSD's ECC will come into operation immediately to handle and coordinate emergency flooding incidents in Hong Kong.
      
     The DSD reminds members of the public to complete precautionary measures for coping with typhoon and flooding as soon as possible, keep the drains clear at all times and avoid blockage of drainage intakes. In the event of serious flooding, they should evacuate immediately. The DSD urges the public to immediately call the 24-hour Drainage Hotline at 2300 1110 in case of flooding.
 
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Officers of the Drainage Services Department inspected locations that had been hit by severe flooding in the past on June 11 to learn about the flood prevention measures implemented by the department. Photo shows the Director of Drainage Services, Mr Ringo Mok (right), inspecting the modular pumping system at Chai Wan Road roundabout.
Officers of the Drainage Services Department inspected locations that had been hit by severe flooding in the past on June 11 to learn about the flood prevention measures implemented by the department. Photo shows the Director of Drainage Services, Mr Ringo Mok (third right), inspecting the Wading Line System at Chai Wan Road.
Officers of the Drainage Services Department inspected locations that had been hit by severe flooding in the past on June 11 to learn about the flood prevention measures implemented by the department. Photo shows the Director of Drainage Services, Mr Ringo Mok (third left), inspecting the "just-in-time clearance" arrangement to ensure the drainage system is free from blockage.
Officers of the Drainage Services Department inspected locations that had been hit by severe flooding in the past on June 11 to learn about the flood prevention measures implemented by the department. Photo shows the Director of Drainage Services, Mr Ringo Mok (first right), inspecting the Mobile Powerful Pumping Robot and Amphibious Pumping Robot to ensure the readiness of flood prevention facilities.
Officers of the Drainage Services Department inspected locations that had been hit by severe flooding in the past on June 11 to learn about the flood prevention measures implemented by the department. Photo shows the Director of Drainage Services, Mr Ringo Mok (second right), inspecting the replacement of drainage manhole covers in Wong Tai Sin prior to the onset of rainstorm.
Officers of the Drainage Services Department (DSD) inspected locations that had been hit by severe flooding in the past on June 11 to learn about the flood prevention measures implemented by the department. Photo shows Acting Deputy Director of Drainage Services, Mr Raymond Lee (third right); Assistant Director of Drainage Services/Operations and Maintenance, Mr Edwin Lau (second right); and Senior System Advisor of the DSD, Mr Peter Chui (first right), visiting the Emergency Control Centre to learn about the work for coping with typhoon and flooding risk.
Officers of the Drainage Services Department (DSD) inspected locations that had been hit by severe flooding in the past on June 11 to learn about the flood prevention measures implemented by the department. Photo shows Acting Deputy Director of Drainage Services, Mr Raymond Lee (third right); Assistant Director of Drainage Services/Operations and Maintenance , Mr Edwin Lau (fifth right); and Senior System Advisor of the DSD, Mr Peter Chui (second right), inspecting the preparatory work for coping with typhoon and flooding risk at Heng Fa Chuen.
Officers of the Drainage Services Department inspected locations that had been hit by severe flooding in the past on June 11 to learn about the flood prevention measures implemented by the department. Photo shows DSD staff providing sandbags for residents at Lei Yue Mun.
Officers of the Drainage Services Department (DSD) inspected locations that had been hit by severe flooding in the past on June 11 to learn about the flood prevention measures implemented by the department. Photo shows DSD staff installing demountable flood barriers in Tai O.