Water supply in Tung Chung area to resume by 10 am: WSD

A burst water pipe accident occurred near the Siu Ho Wan Water Treatment Works on Cheung Tung Road in Lantau Island, affecting the water supply in the Tung Chung area since 10 pm last night (Nov. 3). According to the latest update on the Water Supplies Department's website, the water supply is expected to be restored by 10 am today (Nov. 4).

The Water Supplies Department stated that the incident involved a 1,200-millimeter diameter water pipe, leading to a suspension of water supply in the Tung Chung area from 10 pm last night.

Both drinking and toilet flushing water were affected during the emergency repair work. The department has arranged a temporary water supply for affected residents and businesses, including water trucks and tanks.

As a result of the incident, the traffic lanes on Cheung Tung Road near the Siu Ho Wan Water Treatment Works will be temporarily closed to facilitate the emergency repair work.

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