Hong Kong residents frustrated by officials’ response to clean a part of Shek O Beach devastated on Sunday by Typhoon Mangkhut have claimed debris piled up since Monday poses a health hazard.
Their concerns centre upon an area on the eastern side of the beach where barbecue pits once stood and were closed in March for occupying government land. The Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) ordered four barbecue operators to vacate the strip or face a fine of HK$500,000 (US$63,900)...
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