Eighty-six injured as Saola skirts Hong Kong

A total of 86 people have sought medical treatments at public hospitals during the typhoon period.

As of 4 pm on Saturday, 48 men and 38 women received medical treatment at the Accident and Emergency Department of public hospitals, according to the Hospital Authority.

The Fire Services Department and the government's hotlines received 1,545 reports of fallen trees. The Drainage Services Department received 21 confirmed cases of flooding.

In addition, two reports of landslide have been received.

The Home Affairs Department had opened 40 temporary shelters in various districts, with 520 people seeking refuge at the shelters.