Observatory Participates in Fire Services Department Disaster and Emergency Preparedness Day to Promote Knowledge of Radiation and Nuclear Emergency Responses

Observatory Participates in Fire Services Department Disaster and Emergency Preparedness Day to Promote Knowledge of Radiation and Nuclear Emergency Responses

Shum Chi-tai

The Observatory participated in the “Hong Kong Island Disaster and Emergency Preparedness Day” and “New Territories North Disaster and Emergency Preparedness Day”, organised by the Fire Services Department on 10 and 17 May 2026, respectively. The events aimed to enhance the public's awareness of disaster prevention and emergency preparedness capabilities.

During the events, the Observatory set up exhibitions and a game booth, and showcased a radiological survey vehicle, to promote knowledge of radiation and nuclear emergency responses to the public, while introducing various radiation and meteorological monitoring instruments in the radiological survey vehicle. The Observatory’s booth and radiological survey vehicle attracted around 3,000 visitors.