Stories from Fanling · Hong Kong

The passenger was found possessing untaxed cigarettes and failed to declare them to customs, violating the Dutiable Commodities Ordinance.

The 4-kilometer eastern section of the Fanning Bypass opened this morning as part of the Northern Metropolis development. The roadway connects the edge of Tai Po on Fanning Highway to a new town in Fanling North. Officials stated the new route can save commuters approximately 10 minutes during peak hours. A 4-kilometer section of the Fanling Highway East has opened to traffic as of 8:00 AM today. The Northern Link's Fanling to Lam Tei section opened to traffic at 8:00 AM today. The North District's first major transport project, the Fanling to Lam Duong East section of the North District Highway, opened at 8:00 AM. Reporters tested the new route, comparing it to the old one for travel time between Fanling and Tai Po. Drivers reported the new road is convenient but noted some unevenness and ongoing engineering work on the bends.

Staff from the Highways Department conducted traffic tests at the Lung Yeuk Tau roundabout in the Fanling area. The testing aims to determine how the new infrastructure performs during weekday commuting hours.

Construction of the Almond Footbridge is utilizing horizontal rotation technology to build the structure. The bridge's strength is approximately three times that of standard steel.

The eastern section of the Pinglu Canal Bypass is scheduled to open to traffic on the 3rd of next month. It connects via the pesticide intersection, passes through Chong Yuen Hang and Tong Hang, and merges with the Pinglu Highway near Kowloon Tong.

The Fanling to East section is scheduled to open on May 3 at 8:00 AM. This 4 km dual-two-lane carriageway connects the Fanling Highway to the northern metropolis development. The project utilized an extra-strong type of steel and specific construction methods to reduce costs. It marks the first major transport infrastructure project completed in the northern metropolis development. A 4 km dual-toll lane carriageway connecting Fanling Highway to the local network is scheduled to open this Sunday. The project involves a dual-tool lane carriageway structure. Information officer Jeanette Lee stated the department will distribute waterproof maps to identify dense coral and shallow water areas. Snorkelers are urged to avoid these specific locations. The Fanling North New Development Area bypass is expected to reduce travel time to and from Kowloon by 10 minutes.

The individual was caught by customs officers at the Norma checkpoint two days ago for possessing US dollar-taxed cigarettes without declaration. Customs officers intercepted the 70-year-old individual at the Lo Wu Control Point the day before. A 70-year-old traveler from Hong Kong was arrested after customs officials intercepted 4,585 uncustomed cigarettes in their personal luggage. A 70-year-old Hong Kong man was sentenced to four weeks in prison and fined 1,000 HKD at the Fanling Magistrates' Court. Authorities seized 4,585 sticks of US-taxed cigarettes from his personal luggage, with an estimated market value of 10,000 HKD. The individual failed to declare the goods to customs officers, violating the Customs and Excise Ordinance. A traveler was arrested in Fanling after being found with tobacco valued at approximately 1,878 HKD and a tax value of approximately 15,100 HKD.

Authorities in Fanling are constructing a dual-use pedestrian and bicycle bridge to connect the Fanling district, industrial zones, and rural areas. The Civil Engineering and Development Department is constructing a pedestrian and cycle track bridge at the Nong Yau Dao junction in Fanling. Engineers designed a new pedestrian bridge in Fanling to be as lightweight as possible to minimize interference with underground infrastructure. The bridge will use a grade of steel that is lighter than standard options and approximately three times stronger. The use of high-strength steel reduced the number of bridge supports needed to avoid underground utilities and shortened foundation installation time. Engineers proposed using lighter materials to decrease the number of required support structures and avoid conflicts with existing public facilities.

The eastern section of the Fanling Tunnel is scheduled to open at 8:00 AM on May 3.

The Fanling East section of the Northern Metropolis transport infrastructure will open on May 3. Chief Engineer Cheung Pak-kin of the Civil Engineering and Development Department stated that the new road will allow residents in Sheung Shui and Fanling to access Kowloon while avoiding busy local sections and multiple traffic lights. A new 4-kilometer tunnel in the Northern Metropolis is nearing completion. The tunnel will run from Shek Wu Hui through the Fanling North New Development Area and connect to the Kowloon Tong section of the Fanling Highway. The Fanling Bypass is scheduled to open to motorists this Sunday at 8:00. Construction utilized an extra-strong type of steel and specific construction methods to reduce overall costs.