Two more contractor's workers of Water Supplies Department tested positive and preliminarily positive respectively for COVID-19
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The two contractor's construction workers last went to work on July 20 and 23 respectively. In light of the contractor's worker tested positive for COVID-19 last night, the two other workers were arranged to undergo virus testing. They were notified today that they were tested positive and preliminarily positive respectively. They have been admitted to hospital under isolation. They are now in stable condition.
The workers wore a surgical mask at work. They underwent temperature screening at work and their body temperatures were normal. The WSD has thoroughly cleaned and disinfected Tuen Mun Water Treatment Works. The department will maintain close liaison with the Centre for Health Protection. Staff have been reminded to pay attention to personal hygiene and to stay vigilant. They should seek medical advice immediately if feeling unwell.
Ends/Friday, July 24, 2020
Issued at HKT 20:08
Issued at HKT 20:08
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