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Kowloon Reservoir in March 1960

At the beginning of the year, the very dry winter, lack of early summer rains and increased consumption made it necessary to restrict hours of supply to 3 hours daily. [para. 301]

Submarine Pipes being reinforced prior to laying

Piping water from the reservoir being constructed Shek Pik on Lantau Island is one of the major schemes being undertaken to combat the precarious water supply situation. [para. 354]

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