A Tai Po Hui Market fish stall has been closed after Vibro cholerae was found in a sample taken from its fish tank.

The sample was collected June 26 as part of the Food & Environmental Hygiene Department's routine surveillance programme.

The stall will remain closed until the department is satisfied with its overall hygiene condition and that there is no immediate health hazard.

Vibrio cholerae cannot survive under high temperature and can be killed by thorough cooking. People should pay attention to personal and food hygiene and be extra cautious in consuming seafood and ready-to-eat food, particularly during the summer months. For more tips on preventing cholera click here.