Live: Hong Kong protesters clash with police over China extradition bill – CNN

Police have completely retreated from the crucial Harcourt Road artery in Admiralty after an earlier stand-off with protesters. 

For now, protesters have been left alone — and they’re using that time to build up new barricades closer to police headquarters.

What protesters are up to: Some protesters are unscrewing fences and dragging them across the street. Others have dug up bricks from the footpath. 

As with other protests last month, there’s a strong sense of collective spirit. Near where protesters dug up bricks, people are collecting trash. Others are handing out water. Protesters are also passing out cling film to wrap around bare arms, to protect against pepper spray.

Protesting in the heat: It’s 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit) outside, with humidity levels reaching 79%, according to the Hong Kong Observatory. Earlier, a van carrying water supplies drove into the crowd, prompting cheers. 

Many protesters have also moved into shade under building entrances, where organizers have collected bags of supplies — protective hard hats, water and banners.