Hong Kong households hit by water disruptions during Lunar New Year

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Leopold ChenFebruary 18, 2026 at 09:43 AM

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Thousands of households in Hong Kong experienced water disruptions during the Lunar New Year holiday. A freshwater pipe burst at Hei Wah House in Sau Mau Ping on Tuesday evening, cutting off water to 216 households on the lower floors. The Housing Authority temporarily restored water service around 7 am Wednesday after initial repairs. However, leaks persisted, necessitating further repair work scheduled from Wednesday night to Thursday morning. The Water Supplies Department provided a water wagon for residents during the disruption. The cause of the pipe burst was not specified in the article.

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