29th October 2026 – (Hong Kong) A burst water main near Ma Chai Hang Road on Wong Tai Sin Road at about 2.16pm triggered a full suspension of fresh water to Upper Wong Tai Sin Estate, including the adjoining shopping facilities, while emergency repairs are carried out. Water tankers have been dispatched to assist residents, with queues reported at around 50 to 60 people. The Water Supplies Department indicated that normal service is expected to resume by 3.00am on 30th October.
Images shared online showed the carriageway strewn with silt, stones and extensive surface water following the incident. Motorists were advised that both directions of Wong Tai Sin Road between Ma Chai Hang Road and Nga Chuk Street remain fully closed, causing heavy traffic in the vicinity.
Bus diversions were introduced as a result of the closure. Kmb routes 7m, 11c and 211 and Citybus route A23 were rerouted, with passengers urged to check operator notices and mobile applications for the latest service information.