Lantau District (LTDIST) took part in an inter-departmental drill coordinated by the Islands District Office on June 16 to test the emergency response to flooding in Tai O. Relevant government departments such as the Fire Services Department (FSD), the Hong Kong Observatory and the Drainage Services Department, as well as non-governmental organisations, joined the drill to enhance their preparedness in the event of serious flooding and the residents’ understanding of the emergency response arrangements.

The drill simulated people being stranded during serious flooding in Tai O. Police officers, together with FSD and Civil Aid Service personnel, brought along life jackets and first aid supplies to relieve the stranded and evacuate elderly singletons. Subsequent to the drill, the participating departments and organisations reviewed the emergency response arrangements and confirmed the measures and recommendations, through which the rescuers’ capabilities to deal with serious flooding incidents could be enhanced.

The drill enhances relevant government departments' preparedness in the event of serious flooding.