Press Kit; Contact; Latest News; My Books; Other Writings This was the first No.10 Signal in Hong Kong since Typhoon York 13 years ago in September 1999. (CALVIN NG / CHINA DAILY) HONG KONG - Hong Kong Observatory raised the typhoon signal to No. The outgoing chief of Hong Kong's official weather forecaster is set to take up a new position at a Swiss-based UN agency, while continuing to stress the importance of science-based policymaking in the face of climate change. The Observatory was established on 2 March 1883 as the Hong Kong Observatory by Sir George Bowen, the 9th Governor of Hong Kong, with William Doberck (1852–1941) as its first director. • Official Tropical Cyclone Track and Analysis • Tropical Cyclone Tracking Map by Hong Kong Observatory • Tropical Cyclone Warning by Hong Kong Observatory • Tropical Cyclone Warning for Shipping by Hong Kong Observatory • Joint Typhoon Warning Center • China Meteorological Administration • Japan Meteorological Agency • Central Weather Bureau, Taiwan The Hong Kong Observatory raised the Typhoon Signal No. The Hong Kong Observatory said there was a slim chance of lowering the typhoon signal no. Early operations included meteorological and magnetic observations, a time service based on astronomical observations and a tropical cyclone warning service. HONG KONG: Hong Kong braced itself for tropical cyclone Wipha on Wednesday (Jul 31) as the city's observatory issued a No 8 storm signal. The No. 8 signal will remain in force for most of the day on Tuesday, the observatory said. 8 early Tuesday morning as the combined effects of Nangka and a northeast monsoon continue to affect the territory. On Thursday (5th) it will officially turn into a typhoon. 'RSS' usually stands for 'Really Simple Syndication', which is a way of notifying you about content changes on websites. Typhoon Signal No. The Hong Kong Observatory is a government department responsible for monitoring and forecasting weather, as well as issuing warnings on weather-related hazards. Menu About. Hong Kong experiences both hot and cold seasons, and the Observatory maintains a close watch on local temperature changes. Photo: Hong Kong Observatory. In the revised system, Signals No. Many of the public services are affected owing to the typhoon. Robert Hood, Writer. Dreamer of Furious Oceans. 10 issued, it means hurricane force winds (i.e.118 km/h or more) is expected to affect the territories. This means that winds with speeds of 41 to 62 kilometers per hour are expected. 3 at 11.10am. A man walks past windows taped in preparation for approaching typhoon Mangkhut in Hong Kong, Sept 15, 2018. The wind speed is expected to reach 120 […] Hong Kong Observatory issued the No. The Central Forecasting Office and Airport Meteorological Office of the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO) are responsible for the preparation and issuance of weather information, forecasts and various warnings on hazardous weather ... public awareness of typhoon-related hazards, It is forecast to move north slowly across the western North Pacific. 3 typhoon signal. The good news? Employers who require staff to remain on duty during a No. Photo: Hong Kong Observatory 8 before 4pm Tuesday. Typhoon season in Hong Kong typically runs from May to early November. The peak period lasts from July to September. Tropical cyclone Son-Tinh is forecast to be closest to Hong Kong around this evening and tonight, skirting about 300 km to the south of the territory. The powerful typhoon barreled into Hong Kong on Wednesday, forcing offices and schools to close and leaving flooded streets, shattered windows and hundreds of canceled flights in its wake. A family walks past the seaside in Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, on Oct 13, 2020. The Hong Kong Observatory issued the No. The HK Observatory Needs a Lesson in Typhoon Awareness and Preparation. Forecasters are considering issuing the signal between 2pm and 4pm, the observatory said. The Hong Kong Observatory lowered its storm signal to No. 10. 3, as Typhoon Higos moves away from the city. Small crafts should remain within reach of shelter. The Education Department has … The Hong Kong tropical cyclone warning signals, or informally typhoon signals, are a set of signals used to indicate the threat or effects of a tropical cyclone. 2nd November 2020 – (Hong Kong) According to the path map of the Hong Kong Observatory, Tropical Storm Atsani was centred about 910 kilometres northeast of Manila. The Hong Kong Observatory issued the Hurricane Signal No.10 in the small hours on July 24, 2012 during the passage of Severe Typhoon Vicente. HONG KONG, It is not very often that one sees the ultimate tropical cyclone warning signal No. A Strong Wind Signal, No 3, is in force. The Observatory’s computer model suggested that with a more southerly track, there could have been a storm surge at least as strong as with Wanda. Provide the latest weather video clip on Hong Kong Observatory's YouTube Channel: Every Friday afternoon and as necessary: What is an RSS feed? The Hong Kong Observatory issues typhoon signal No.3 at 3.40pm today. Tropical storm Wipha approaches Hong Kong. However when signal No. 8 Northeast Gale or Storm Signal on Tuesday morning as typhoon Nangka was brushing past Hong Kong. The Observatory raised its storm warning to the Strong Wind Signal No 3 shortly after midnight on Friday, as Typhoon Saudel continued to edge closer to the southern coast of China. Typhoon Usagi followed a path similar to destructive typhoons of the past, but shifted just to the north of Hong Kong. Acting Director of the Hong Kong Observatory From: Martin Williams Sent: Friday, 23 July, 2004 9:37 To: C.Y.LAM Subject: typhoon signals Hi CY: Just heard Dr Wong on RTHK radio 3, in discussion about typhoon signals. 8, the third-highest on its scale, at 5:40 am on Tuesday as Typhoon Nangka skirted the coast of the financial hub. The Hong Kong Observatory on Wednesday morning issued the typhoon signal No 9 at 1.30am, as Typhoon Higos unleashed strong winds in the city. The Assistant Director of […] 8 typhoon signal just before sunrise on Tuesday when it was around 440 kilometers from the city. Photo: HK Observatory [12:15pm] The Hong Kong Observatory said it expected to issue a typhoon signal number 8 by 2pm on Wednesday as tropical storm Wipha approaches the city. 14th October 2020 – (Hong Kong) Affected by tropical storm “Nangka”, the Hong Kong Observatory issued the No. (Bloomberg) -- Hong Kong was hit by its strongest typhoon this year, threatening to cancel morning trading in the city’s $5.8 trillion local stock market, shutting many businesses and disrupting public transportation. Shun Chi-ming leaves the Hong Kong Observatory after 34 … If a Typhoon Signal or Black Rainstorm Warning has been issued by the Hong Kong Observatory, please refer to news reports through the electronic news media or messages disseminated through HKEX's market systems on the current signal/ warning’s impact on trading. Warnings are issued whenever Hong Kong is threatened by cold or very hot weather, so to alert members of the public of the danger of low body temperature and the risk of heatstroke respectively. The Hong Kong Observatory has downgraded the typhoon signal from No. 2 typhoon names added August 17, 2020 Two new tropical cyclone names have been added to this year's list for typhoons in the western North Pacific and the South China Sea, the Hong Kong Observatory announced today. The Hong Kong tropical cyclone warning signals, or informally typhoon signals, are a set of signals used to indicate the threat or effects of a tropical cyclone.The Hong Kong Observatory issues the warning signal if a tropical cyclone approaches within 800 kilometres (500 mi) of Hong Kong and poses a threat of deteriorating conditions in Hong Kong. The Observatory will be issuing a typhoon signal No.3 between 2 to 4 pm today. In 1971–1972, a review of the local storm warning system was conducted by the Observatory. The Hong Kong Observatory expects to raise typhoon signal No 3 later on Tuesday as Typhoon Higos moves towards Guangdong. Standby signal No 1 was raised at 7.45am after a tropical depression over the South China Sea intensified into a tropical storm. 8 to No. The Guangdong region, including Hong Kong, experienced very hot weather under the influence of the tropical cyclone, with temperatures in the city rising to 33 degrees Celsius at noon. The Hong Kong Observatory on Saturday afternoon issued the typhoon signal No 1 as tropical cyclone Bailu came within a radius of 800 kilometres of the city. Hong Kong Observatory: Temp 31 °C / RH 71 % King's Park: UV Index 7 (high) More Details People play with strong wind caused by Typhoon Hato on the waterfront of Victoria Habour in Hong Kong, Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017. 8 northeast gale or storm signal yesterday for about 14 hours, but the wind in many areas was not too strong and many said there was no difference with No. 8, issued at 7.40am, was replaced by Strong Wind Signal No. This makes tropical storm Nangka the farthest No. To help you navigate safely through this period, Hong Kong has a warning system in place. I emailed: "Does seem to me unnecessary to shut down Hong Kong when have warning According to the Hong Kong Observatory, typhoon season can see multiple systems affect the city. 8 typhoon from Hong Kong in 60 years, according to HK01. The Hong Kong Observatory has downgraded the typhoon signal from No. On weather-related hazards Tuesday morning as the combined effects of Nangka and a tropical cyclone warning signal No was! 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