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Kowloon Central 3D map launched

The Lands Department today launched the 3D Visualisation Map dataset of Kowloon Central and an online application platform Open3Dhk for the public to use free of charge.   To tie in with the development of a smart city, the department started the production of a citywide 3D Visualisation Map in 2021 for release in phases. The first 3D Visualisation Map covering Kowloon East was launched in December 2022.   The Kowloon Central 3D map released today comprises around 9,500 buildings and about 210 individual models of infrastructures, including flyovers, footbridges and subways. It can be downloaded through the Common Spatial Data Infrastructure portal.   Open3Dhk, an online platform transforming a variety of spatial data into user-friendly applications which can support diverse uses by the public, the academia and professionals was also launched today.   Through the interactive functions on the platform, users can view photorealistic 3D city models of Kowloon East and Kowloon Cent
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Storm signal downgraded

The Hong Kong Observatory has downgraded the storm signal from No. 8 to No. 3, as tropical cyclone Ma-on moves away from the city.   The No. 8 Southeast Gale or Storm Signal, issued at 1.40am, was replaced by the Strong Wind Signal No. 3 at 9.20am today.   The Hospital Authority said one person sought medical treatment at a public hospital due to an injury sustained during the typhoon.   The 1823 Government Call Centre, as at 9am, received four reports of fallen trees, while the Drainage Services Department confirmed one flooding case.   The Home Affairs Department opened 31 temporary shelters in which 141 people sought refuge.
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