TNAG-0313-FCO40-349-Reports-of-typhoons-and-storms-from-Hong-Kong-Typhoon-Rose---1976 — Page 113

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I have had a report from Hong Kong

that the Colony was not directly affected by

this typhoon which passed to the North-East of

the territory, in the middle of the day. There

was very heavy rain and a high wind which

caused minor damage with some flooding.

Komething abo

Ends.

For major natural disasters abroad, aid in cash|

op kind from HMG/does not normally exceed £10,000

HMG doe

unless the disaster is of catastrophic proportions.

should

If you wish to recommend such aid grateful for as

much detail about the size and scope of the disaster

as is possible together with any other relevant

information such as details of offers of aid already

received from other sources and any emergency help

already given by HM Service Commanders. We shall

also need estimate of number of people rendered

homeless or destitute and of those injured by the

disaster.

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