Tropical Cyclone Bulletin
Here is the latest Tropical Cyclone Bulletin issued.
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 11 a.m., Severe Tropical Storm Kammuri was centred about 130 kilometres south-southwest of Hong Kong (near 21.2 degrees north 113.7 degrees east) and is forecast to move west-northwest at about 14 kilometres per hour, edging closer to Hong Kong.
East to southeasterly gale force winds are now affecting the territory with storm force winds over offshore waters and high grounds.
According to the present track, the Gale or Storm Signal No.8 is expected to remain in force for most of the day today.
In the past hour, the maximum sustained winds recorded at Cheung Chau were 89 kilometres per hour with maximum gusts reaching 115 kilometres per hour.
(Precautionary Announcements with No. 8 Signal)
1. Complete all precautions in your home. Lock all windows and doors, fit bars into position and insert reinforced shutters and gates if they are available. Adhesive tape fixed to large window-panes in exposed positions will reduce damage by broken glass. Strom water drains should be cleared of leaves and rubbish.
2. Park your car where it is least likely to be damaged.
3. Do not stand near windows on the exposed side of your home. Move all furniture and valuables away from these areas. Make sure you have a safe place to shelter, should windows be broken.
4. Since seas are rough, you are advised to stay away from the shoreline and not to engage in water sports.
5. Owners of neon signs are reminded that they should now arrange for the electricity supply to their signs to be cut off.
6. Please listen to your radio or watch your TV for the latest weather information broadcast at the 15th, 30th, 45th and 58th minute of each hour.
