Overpowering seasonal winds struck Changsha Wan in Sheung Wan yesterday (November 9), causing a folding table to fall from a building and grabbing attention through surveillance footage. The Deep Water Bay police division announced today (November 10) that recently, the community relations team had enhanced campaigns, visiting various apartment blocks and industrial buildings in the area, including the incident's factory building. During their visits, personnel distributed flyers and posted stickers to remind residents to properly secure their belongings. The police highlighted that with seasonal winds recent, many commercial and industrial buildings in the area have balconies or open windows. Items left improperly or loosely attached can fall due to strong winds, potentially leading to severe injuries or fatalities. They urged the public to regularly check window conditions and secure them firmly; when placing objects like tables, chairs, or potted plants on balconies or rooftops, extra caution is required to prevent them from falling; if hazards are found, report them to property management or call the police for assistance.
Strong seasonal winds recently hit Sheung Wan, resulting in a folding table falling from a building onto the street last night (November 9), as captured in surveillance videos. In response, the Deep Water Bay police division stated that they have been intensifying public awareness campaigns, conducting door-to-door visits to apartment and industrial buildings, including the location where the incident occurred. During these visits, staff distributed leaflets and posted posters, advising residents to ensure their belongings are properly secured. Local authorities warned that the area is home to numerous commercial and industrial units with balconies and open windows. Improperly placed or loosely attached items could fall due to strong winds, posing significant risks of injury or worse. The police reminded the public of the importance of checking windows for stability and taking extra care when placing items on balconies or rooftops, ensuring they do not pose a falling hazard. Anyone identifying such risks should immediately notify the property management or contact the police.