Special traffic and transport arrangements in Chai Wan for Ching Ming Festival
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A. Traffic control/road closures
Level I: Traffic control to be implemented from March 24 to 26
During the implementation of Level I traffic control by the Police, vehicles will continue to be allowed to use the section of Cape Collinson Road east of Lin Shing Road (i.e. the left-turning movement from Lin Shing Road to Cape Collinson Road leading to the vicinity of the Chinese Permanent Cemetery). Should traffic conditions worsen, the Police may consider escalating the road closure measures to Level II.
Level II: Road closures to be implemented on March 27, April 15 to 18
In connection with the implementation of Level II road closures by the Police, Lin Shing Road and Cape Collinson Road will be closed to all vehicular traffic from 7am to 6pm (except for green minibus (GMB) routes 16A, 16M, 16X and 18M, taxis, hearses, funeral vehicles, and vehicles with permits).
Level III: Road closures to be implemented on April 2, 3, 5, 9 and 10
In connection with the implementation of Level III road closures by the Police, Lin Shing Road and Cape Collinson Road will be closed to all vehicular traffic from 7am to 6pm (except for GMB routes 16A, 16M, 16X and 18M, red minibuses, hearses, funeral vehicles, and vehicles with permits).
B. GMB services
GMB routes 16X and 18M will be strengthened subject to passenger demand.
Depending on the actual traffic conditions in the areas, adjustments to the extent of road closures, traffic control measures and public transport diversions will be made by the Police whenever necessary.
Members of the public are advised to be alert to the latest traffic news on radio and television. They may also visit the TD's website (www.td.gov.hk) or use the mobile application "HKeMobility" for the latest traffic and public transport information.
Ends/Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Issued at HKT 16:50
Issued at HKT 16:50
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