Civil Aid Service conducts extreme weather rescue drill on Lantau

The Civil Aid Service has on Tuesday conducted a large-scale disaster response exercise at Wan Tuk Creek on Lantau Island to enhance its emergency preparedness for extreme weather events.

The drill, involving around 100 officers and members, simulated multiple crisis scenarios, including residents trapped by flash floods, roads blocked by fallen trees, and emergency medical treatment for casualties.

During the exercise, the rescue teams rapidly established an emergency command system and set up a triage station to manage simulated casualties.

The drill showcased the integration of advanced rescue technologies, with personnel deploying drones for aerial reconnaissance, robotic dogs for hazardous area assessment, and remote-controlled lifebuoys for water rescues.

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To bolster its disaster response capacity, the CAS announced it will form an additional flood rescue team this year. The new unit will undergo specialized training to handle water-related emergencies more effectively.