Tropical Cyclone Warning Bulletin Here is the latest Tropical Cyclone Warning Bulletin issued by the Hong Kong Observatory. The Standby Signal, No. 1 is in force. This means that a tropical cyclone now centred within about 800 kilometres of Hong Kong may affect us. At 9 p.m., Typhoon Podul was estimated to be about 490 kilometres east-northeast of Hong Kong (near 23.5 degrees north 118.8 degrees east) and is forecast to move west-northwest at about 28 kilometres per hour across the Taiwan Strait, and then edge closer to the vicinity of southern Fujian to eastern Guangdong. Podul will make landfall again over the vicinity of southern Fujian in the next few hours. According to the present forecast track, it will move across inland Guangdong and weaken progressively tomorrow (14 August), but will edge closer to the vicinity of the Pearl River Estuary. The Standby Signal will remain in force at least until 6 a.m. tomorrow. Depending on the weakening rate of Podul, its distance from the Pearl River Estuary and the change in local winds, the Observatory will assess the need to issue the Strong Wind Signal, No. 3 later tomorrow morning. Locally, there will be heavy squally showers and thunderstorms tomorrow. Showers will be more frequent in some areas at first. Members of the public are advised to take note of the latest weather information and warnings issued by the Observatory tomorrow morning, consider road conditions before leaving home, and be on the alert for possible danger brought by heavy rain. There are swells. Members of the public are advised to stay away from the shoreline and not to engage in water sports. (Precautionary Announcements with No. 1 Signal) 1. Precautions should be taken. Drains should be cleared of obstructions, and windows and doors should be checked. 2. Drains should be cleared of leaves and rubbish. People in low-lying areas should take precautions against flooding. 3. Those who have duties during a tropical cyclone should now remain on call. 4. Listen to radio, watch TV or browse the Hong Kong Observatory's website and mobile app for the latest information on the tropical cyclone. Dispatched by Hong Kong Observatory at 20:45 HKT on 13.08.2025
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