Hong Kong: Cold spell through at least Feb. 4

Event

An ongoing cold spell in Hong Kong, forecast to continue through at least Sunday, February 4, has coincided with an increase in cases of influenza. Hundreds of individuals have sought treatment in hospitals, which have been struggling since early January to manage the influx. The average inpatient bed occupancy rate rose to 106 percent as of January 31.

Advice

Individuals present in Hong Kong are advised to keep abreast of the situation, take hygienic precautions to protect themselves from the flu (such as regular hand washing), and be prepared for longer waiting times at hospitals.