Unprecedented action: To curb the spread of atypical pneumonia, the Government  has ordered the isolation of Block E at Amoy Gardens for 10 days.

Director of Health Dr Margaret Chan has ordered Block E of Amoy Garden in Ngau Tau Kok, Kowloon Bay, to be isolated for 10 days to prevent the spread of atypical pneumonia.

The order requires residents of Block E of Amoy Garden to remain in their flats until midnight on April 9. No one will be allowed to enter or leave the premises without express permission in writing of a health officer.