Tropical Cyclone Warning Bulletin
Here is the latest Tropical Cyclone Warning Bulletin issued by the Hong Kong Observatory.
The No. 8 Southeast Gale or Storm Signal is in force.
This means that winds with mean speeds of 63 kilometres per hour or more are expected from the southeast quarter.
At 5 p.m., Severe Typhoon Ragasa was centred about 230 kilometres west-southwest of Hong Kong (near 21.6 degrees north 112.1 degrees east) and is forecast to move west at about 22 kilometres per hour edging closer to the vicinity of the western coast of Guangdong.
Ragasa is departing from Hong Kong gradually. Local winds are weakening progressively, but gale force southeasterly winds are still affecting parts of the territory. Winds occasionally reach storm force offshore and on high ground. The No. 8 Gale or Storm Signal is expected to remain in force until 8 p.m. tonight. Depending on the extent of weakening of local winds, the Observatory will consider issuing the Strong Wind Signal, No. 3.
Locally, there will be occasional squally showers and thunderstorm today and tomorrow. Showers will be heavy at first. Seas will be very high with swells. Members of the public are advised to remain on the alert, to stay away from the shoreline and not engage in water sports.
In the past hour, the maximum sustained winds recorded at Tap Mun, Cheung Chau and Ngong Ping were 90, 80 and 75 kilometres per hour with maximum gusts exceeding 109, 94 and 118 kilometres per hour respectively.
(Precautionary Announcements with No. 8 Signal)
1. Although the tropical cyclone is moving away from Hong Kong, gales are expected to persist for some time. Please continue to stay indoors until winds moderate. Do not touch electric cables that have been blown loose.
2. As gales and violent squalls are still occurring in places, precautions should not yet be relaxed.
3. Tropical cyclone brought different degrees of damages to Hong Kong. There may be hidden danger. Members of the public should remain on the alert for assurance of personal safety.
4. Owing to storm surge, some areas may have serious flooding or backflow of seawater. You should avoid going to likely affected low-lying areas and stay away from dangerous places.
5. Flights at Hong Kong International Airport may be affected by the weather. Please contact your airline for the latest flight information before departing for the airport.
6. Please listen to radio or watch TV for the latest weather information broadcast. You can also browse the Hong Kong Observatory's website and mobile app for the information.
