The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

     The Hospital Authority (HA) announces that as the Hong Kong Observatory has issued Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8, its general out-patient clinics, specialist out-patient clinics, allied health and ambulatory services have been suspended. Outpatients are advised to make a new appointment after the cancellation of the Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8. Service of Accident & Emergency Department of public hospitals remains normal.

     All hospital clusters have reserved additional manpower, food and medical supplies to maintain normal hospital operations. Enhanced inspections have been carried out at various locations within public hospitals, including potential flood-prone areas, drainage systems and trees. Furthermore, contractors of HA construction sites have been instructed to implement proper reinforcement and safety precautionary measures against strong wind and heavy rain to minimise the impact of severe weather.

     The HA Major Incident Control Centre will closely monitor the operations of all hospitals and maintain close communication with relevant government departments to minimize the impact of adverse weather on public hospital services.

Ends/Monday, September 8, 2025
Issued at HKT 6:30

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