Tropical Cyclone Warning Bulletin
Here is the latest Tropical Cyclone Warning Bulletin issued by the Hong Kong Observatory.
The Strong Wind Signal, No. 3 is in force.
This means that winds with mean speeds of 41 to 62 kilometres per hour are expected.
At 9 p.m., Severe Tropical Storm Fengshen was estimated to be about 420 kilometres south of Hong Kong (near 18.5 degrees north 114.6 degrees east) and is forecast to move west or west-northwest at about 14 kilometres per hour across the northern part of the South China Sea.
The outer rainbands of Fengshen are affecting the coast of Guangdong. Under the combined effect of Fengshen and the northeast monsoon, winds will be generally strong over the territory tonight and tomorrow, occassionally reaching gale force offshore and on high ground. According to the present forecast, Fengshen will be closest to Hong Kong tonight to tomorrow morning, skirting at around 400 kilometres or more to the south of the territory. Unless Fengshen adopts a track closer to the Pearl River Estuary or intensifies significantly, the chance of issuing higher Tropical Cyclone Warning Signals is relatively low, and the Strong Wind Signal, No. 3 will remain in force at least until 6 p.m. tomorrow (21 October).
Under the influence of Fengshen's outer rainbands, rain will be frequent at times and the weather will be appreciably cooler in Hong Kong tomorrow. Temperatures will fall appreciably to around 19 degrees tomorrow night in the urban areas, and a couple of degrees lower in the New Territories. Seas will be rough with swells. Members of the public are advised to stay away from the shoreline and not to engage in water sports.
Under the combined effect of spring tide, the northeast monsoon and Fengshen, water levels over local coastal areas will be generally 0.5 to 1 metre higher than normal in the coming few days. Flooding may occur over some low-lying coastal areas during the high tides at night. The water level over Victoria Harbour will rise to around 3 metres above Chart Datum.
In the past hour, the maximum sustained winds recorded at Green Island, Tate's Cairn and Waglan Island were 51, 48 and 44 kilometres per hour with maximum gusts exceeding 62, 66 and 49 kilometres per hour respectively.
(Precautionary Announcements with No. 3 Signal)
1. Please complete precautions as soon as possible. Make sure objects likely to be blown away are securely fastened or taken indoors. Check if all windows and doors can be securely locked.
2. Drains should be cleared of leaves and rubbish. People in low-lying areas should take precautions against flooding.
3. Some low-lying areas may have flooding or backflow of seawater. Please take precautions, and stay away from dangerous places.
4. Avoid staying in areas exposed to high winds. Drivers using highways and flyovers should be alert to violent gusts.
5. Small vessels not yet in typhoon shelters should seek shelter without delay. Use heavy anchors and check that all deck fittings are firmly fastened.
6. Listen to radio, watch TV or browse the Hong Kong Observatory's website and mobile app for the latest information on the tropical cyclone.
