"Lion Rock" brings rainfall to GD
The typhoon Lion Rock weaken into a tropical storm after landing in Fujian province and entered Guangdong at noon today (September). Over the next 24 hours, Lion Rock is expected to move northwest at a speed of 20 kilometers per hour, bringing rain to the province. The strength of the storm is however likely to gradually diminish.
GZ Gears up on improving Accessible facilities
Guangzhou is making more efforts to improve the access to public facilities for disabled people. Media were invited today (Sep. 2nd) to experience the improvements.
To make it easier for the blind to take buses, a special system has been installed on 600 buses. When carrying a small sensor system, an individual senses a vibration and can hear the number of the bus approaching:
The Chairman of the Guangzhou Association of the Blind Mr. Chen Yang told us:
"500 more buses will have this system installed. These products will first be given to blind people from low income families. "
Wheelchair lifts have helped those on wheelchairs move conveniently inside the subway. A lady taking the metro with her handicapped son told us:
"it's ok, very convenient inside the metro. The metro staff always helps us."
To cater to the need of Asian Games audiences, the Olympic Sports Center will set up 350 easy-access seats and 34 toilets for the handicapped.
8.7 Million Migrant Workers Embrace Hopes of Getting Permanent Residency
A notice issued previously to allow more migrant workers in Shenzhen to get permanent residency in the city has been approved by the municipal government. The new regulation stipulates that those who have a temporary residence permit in the city today need only 60 points to apply for a hukou. It is expected that 8.7 million people will benefit from the policy.