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Public urged to observe fire safety The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) today (September 9) reminded the public to take extra care when handling fire in countryside during the Mid-Autumn Festival. AFCD Country Parks Management Officer, Mr Lui Ming-wai, said visitors should refrain from releasing any Hung Ming lantern and be extremely careful with barbecue fire as well as candle-lit lanterns. "It is an offence under the Forests and Countryside Ordinance to light fire illegally or to release a Hung Ming lantern in country parks and open countryside. "Any person contravenes such restrictions will be liable to a maximum fine of $25,000 and one year's imprisonment," Mr Lui added. He noted that Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the high fire risk periods in the year. The public should enhance their awareness on fire safety when visiting country parks during the festive period. |
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