Special traffic and transport arrangements in So Kon Po and Causeway Bay this Sunday

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     The Transport Department (TD) today (October 14) reminded the public that special traffic and transport arrangements would be implemented in So Kon Po and Causeway Bay this Sunday (October 17) to facilitate the holding of a religious activity at Hong Kong Stadium.
     
     The special traffic and transport arrangements will mainly include:

* From about 12.30pm, Caroline Hill Road between Leighton Road and Cotton Path, and Hysan Avenue westbound between Sunning Road and Hoi Ping Road, will be closed.

* From about 4.35pm, Caroline Hill Road, Eastern Hospital Road, Eastern Hospital Road service road, Cotton Path, Link Road northbound, Hoi Ping Road and Leighton Road will be closed for the dispersal of spectators until the crowd disperses and road closures are lifted.

* During the period of road closures, Citybus Route 5B, GMB Routes 14M, 26 and 30, and Residents' Service Route HR51 will be temporarily diverted.

* On-street car parking spaces and car parks within the affected areas will be suspended.

     It is anticipated that the traffic in the vicinity of the Hong Kong Stadium will be congested. Motorists are advised to avoid driving to the affected areas. In case of traffic congestion, motorists should exercise tolerance and patience, and follow the instructions of the Police. People planning to go to the affected areas are advised to use public transport.

     The TD and the Police will closely monitor the traffic situation and will implement appropriate measures whenever necessary. Motorists and the public are advised to be alert to the latest traffic news on radio and television.

     Details of the special traffic and transport arrangements are now available on the department's website (www.td.gov.hk).

Ends/Thursday, October 14, 2010
Issued at HKT 15:22

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