Temporary traffic and transport arrangements for tram track renewal works in Western district from this Friday
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     The Transport Department (TD) today (October 9) reminded the public that to facilitate tram track renewal works at Catchick Street, parts of the slow lane of Catchick Street eastbound near Davis Street will be temporarily closed from about 10am on Friday (October 12) to 10am on October 23 (Tuesday).
 
     During the above works period, all vehicles exceeding 7 metres in length will be temporarily prohibited from turning left from Catchick Street eastbound onto Davis Street northbound. Vehicles exceeding 7 metres in length on Catchick Street eastbound heading for New Praya, Kennedy Town will be diverted via Davis Street southbound, Belcher's Street and Cadogan Street.
 
     Appropriate traffic signs and road markings will be erected on site to guide motorists.
 
     The TD anticipates that the traffic in the vicinity of the above road sections will be relatively busy. Motorists should exercise tolerance and patience in case of traffic congestion. Members of the public are advised to watch out for the latest traffic news or the department's website (www.td.gov.hk).

Ends/Tuesday, October 9, 2018
Issued at HKT 15:25

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