Stories from Fanling · Hong Kong

The Fanling To East section is scheduled to open on May 3. The dual two-lane carriageway connecting Fanling High will open to motorists this Sunday at 8am. The Director for Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation announced that 11 staff members will patrol the island to provide advice and education to visitors. Five guides, including two snorkeling and three kayaking guides, will also be stationed in the waters to manage the coral area. Chief engineer Pak Chen from the Civil Engineering and Development Department stated that prefabricated components were used to span the east rail line. Workers built the structure in a temporary position before rotating it to its final placement over two nights to increase efficiency. The new bypass is expected to reduce travel time by 10 minutes by allowing drivers to avoid Sheng Shui and Fanling Town Centers.