Temporary traffic and transport arrangements for tram track renewal work on Des Voeux Road Central in Central district

  The Transport Department (TD) today (April 30) reminded the public that temporary traffic and transport arrangements will be implemented on Des Voeux Road Central, Central district, from 10am on Friday (May 3) to 10am on May 17 to facilitate tram track renewal work.

  The temporary traffic and transport arrangements will mainly include:

(1) Temporary traffic arrangements

  The fast lane of Des Voeux Road Central eastbound from a point about 45 metres west of its junction with Pottinger Street to a point about 10m west of the same junction, and the fast lane of Des Voeux Road Central westbound from a point about 10m west of its junction with Pottinger Street to a point about 30m west of the same junction, will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic, except trams, from 10am on May 3 to 10am on May 17.

(2) Temporary transport arrangements

  The bus stop on Des Voeux Road Central eastbound outside Nexxus Building will be temporarily relocated eastward.

  Notices will be put up by the bus companies to inform passengers of the above temporary arrangements.

  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 area are advised to use public transport as far as possible.

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

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

Ends/Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Issued at HKT 18:58

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