The Chief Executive, Mr Chui Sai On, has directed the Secretary for Transport and Public Works to follow up on the issues and suggestions raised in a report regarding the management of the Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau.

The report, issued today by the Commission Against Corruption (CCAC), covered typhoon forecast procedures and the internal management of the Bureau. The CCAC commenced an investigation after receiving complaints from members of the public regarding the forecasting related to Typhoon Hato.

The Chief Executive is paying close attention to the CCAC’s findings.

The Government, as always, adheres to the principle of maintaining the safety of the public. Following Typhoon Hato, the Government has been stepping up its effort to advance Macao’s ability either to prevent disasters if possible, or to minimise the impact of any that might occur. This has been via optimisation of the existing legal system, by the strengthening of the city’s infrastructure, and by training a greater number of people in relevant professions.

On 23 August, Typhoon Hato – the strongest recorded storm in Macao for 53 years – struck the city, leading to 10 human fatalities, injury to approximately 240 people, and economic losses.