Thirty-four ferry passengers were injured, one seriously, after their vessel crashed into Central Pier 9 at around 7:30 am on Friday.  

Most sustained minor injuries, including bleeding from the nose and mouth. Paramedics provided treatment on-site and 34 people, including the seriously injured passenger, were taken to hospital for further treatment.

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The vessel, carrying about 120 people, was operated by Tsui Wah Ferry Service HK Limited.

The ferry was on its way to Lamma Island from Central. According to HK Electric, the ferry was taking outsourced workers to the Lamma power station for a construction project.

Secretary for Transport and Logistics Bureau Lam Sai-hung expressed concern about the incident and extended his sympathies to the injured, saying that the Marine Department will investigate the cause of the accident.

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The roads leading to the pier were temporarily sealed off. Several fire engines and ambulance were on site to provide assistance.

The collision led to significant damage to the right side of the front of the pier.  

Another ferry was arranged to ship uninjured passengers to their destination.

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