Public urged to observe fire safety and keep countryside clean
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"To prevent hill fires, visitors should not release any sky lanterns," an AFCD spokesman said.
"It is an offence under the Forests and Countryside Ordinance (Cap. 96) to illegally light a fire or release a sky lantern in country parks and open countryside. Offenders are liable to a maximum fine of $25,000 and one year's imprisonment upon conviction."
The spokesman also reminded visitors to keep the countryside clean and properly dispose of waste. Anyone who commits a littering offence in a country park area is liable to a fixed penalty of $1,500. The AFCD will step up patrols at country parks and take enforcement actions against the irregularities concerned.
Ends/Thursday, September 28, 2023
Issued at HKT 11:00
Issued at HKT 11:00
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