All care centres remain open
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Attention Duty Announcer, Radio and TV Stations:

     Please broadcast the following special announcement immediately, and repeat it at frequent intervals:

     “The Social Welfare Department announces that due to inclement weather, people are advised not to take their children or family members to child care centres, elderly services centres and day rehabilitation units, including sheltered workshops and day activity centres.  These centres will, however, remain open to serve those whose families cannot provide alternative care for them.”

Ends/Wednesday, May 17, 2006
Issued at HKT 06:40

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