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5.

Floating refuse is also a source of pollution in

the Harbour but it presents a separate problem. In addition

to the regular harbour cleansing activities of the Marine

Department, which include refuse scavenging by specialized

vessels and the collection of refuse from ocean-going

vessels and typhoon shelters, other improvements to reduce

refuse from land sources are being put in hand following

the recommendations of the Working Group on Floating Refuse

which was endorsed by the Environmental Pollution Advisory

These measures include improvements to sumps,

grids and gullies to intercept refuse, improved cleansing of

squatter areas to reduce the amount of refuse entering the

open nullahs, the installation of a mechanical screen in the

Kai Tak Nullah, and better cleansing of public cargo

Committee.

handling areas.