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Compasses Typhoon. Latest|Typhoon Signal No. 3 issued by the Observatory to maintain squally showers in the evening this morning

2021-10-11T19:15:09.545Z


Sending away a tropical cyclone "Lion Rock", Hong Kong immediately ushered in another tropical cyclone "Compasses". The Observatory issued typhoon signal No. 3 at 0:40 am on the 12th to replace the strong monsoon signal, which coincided with the approach of Lion Rock.


Sending away a tropical cyclone "Lion Rock", Hong Kong immediately ushered in another tropical cyclone "Compasses".

At 0:40 am on the 12th, the Observatory issued typhoon signal No. 3 to replace the strong monsoon signal. It skipped typhoon signal No. 1 just like when Lion Rock struck.

The Macao Meteorological Bureau issued Typhoon Signal No. 1 at 8 pm on the 11th.


The Observatory predicts that from the evening of the 12th to the beginning of the 13th, the local wind will increase further. The compasses will pass about 400 kilometers south of Hong Kong at the beginning of the 13th. The wind may reach gale intensity in some areas, depending on the wind changes and changes. The weather does not rule out the issue of the No. 8 gale or storm signal.


Wind conditions on October 12

[02:40] Hyundai Terminals Co., Ltd. announced that due to the typhoon, it will suspend all delivery services of Kyrgyzstan containers starting at 04:00.

Compasses Typhoon Signal No. 3 Typhoon Signal No. 3 to maintain the outer rain band this morning and hit low-lying areas or flooding at night

[00:50] At 1 o'clock in the morning, Severe Tropical Storm Compasses gathered about 770 kilometers east-southeast of Hong Kong. It is expected to move westward at a speed of about 25 kilometers per hour and enter the northeastern part of the South China Sea.

Under the combined influence of the compass and the northeast monsoon, strong winds are generally blowing in southern China, and gales are blowing occasionally offshore and on high ground. The strong wind signal No. 3 will be maintained this morning (12th).

[00:45] Within one hour as of 00:30, the highest continuous wind speeds in Shazhou and Waglan Island reached gale intensity, 75 kilometers per hour and 69 kilometers per hour, and maximum gust speeds of 86 kilometers per hour and 79 kilometers per hour respectively.

The organization of Severe Tropical Storm Compasses is still relatively loose.

(NOAA picture)

[00:40] The Observatory issued a strong wind signal No. 3 to replace the strong monsoon signal, representing the general wind speed of 41 to 62 kilometers per hour in Hong Kong, calling for objects that are easily blown down by the wind to be tied up or moved indoors, away from the shore and stop all water Activity.

[00:09] The Observatory said that due to the combined effects of the northeast monsoon and tropical cyclone compasses, Hong Kong is now generally blowing northerly winds and strong offshore winds.

According to the current forecast path, the compass is about to enter within 800 kilometers of Hong Kong, and then the Observatory will issue a strong wind signal No. 3 to replace the strong monsoon signal.

At 11 pm on the 11th, the compass assembled about 470 kilometers north of Manila and is expected to move westward at a speed of about 25 kilometers per hour, crossing the Luzon Strait and entering the northeastern part of the South China Sea.

The latest nine-day weather forecast issued by the Observatory at 00:00 on the 12th.

Wind situation on October 11

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Compass Typhoon | Supermarkets in various districts sold out vegetables and bread. Netizens: It seems that there are more wars than wind

[23:42] The severe tropical storm "Compass" is approaching. The Observatory announced today (11th) that the compass will be the closest to Hong Kong at the beginning of Wednesday (13th). At that time, the No. 8 typhoon signal may need to be sent.

Although the typhoon has not yet arrived, the public is ready. Many netizens report that supermarkets and markets in various districts have been sold out, and the shelves of vegetables, bread and instant noodles are empty.

Some netizens said with a smile that the situation "seems like more wars than winds."



The same situation has also occurred in many supermarkets in Tsuen Wan. Some members of the public said that they had to leave their homes in the wind and rain to find restaurants that are still open because they did not have enough food prepared under the tropical cyclone "Lion Rock" and "raid" last Saturday (9th). I bought instant noodles earlier this time, "don't go out when you buy it."

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The Observatory expects the tropical cyclone compass to enter the 800-kilometer warning zone of Hong Kong on the evening of the 11th.

(Picture of the Observatory)

[22:55] The strong monsoon signal is now in effect.

The Observatory said that under the combined influence of the monsoon and tropical cyclone compasses, strong northerly winds are expected to blow in Hong Kong, with an average wind speed exceeding 40 kilometers per hour.

The gusts reached gale intensity occasionally.

In the past hour at 10.30pm, the highest sustained wind speed recorded on Waglan Island was 67 kilometers per hour and the highest gust was 79 kilometers per hour.

Compass Typhoon | Female worker collapsed in shed

[21:51] Last Friday (8th), a bamboo scaffolding collapsed on Lowood Road in Happy Valley resulted in the death of a female worker. The tropical cyclone compass came as fierce as Lion Rock 2.0.

The Labour Department today (11th) urged contractors on construction sites to be vigilant in inclement weather and immediately adopt appropriate work arrangements and necessary safety measures to ensure the safety of workers at work.

The spokesman pointed out that the contractor should refer to the "Code of Practice in Typhoon and Heavy Rain" and the "Guide to Work Safety in Inclement Weather", and try to avoid appointing workers to carry out outdoor construction works in places affected by bad weather, especially scaffolding works and Crane operation.

▼October 11th, the weather was fine on the eve of the tropical cyclone Compasses hitting Hong Kong▼


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[20:20] The Observatory issued a special weather alert at 9:30 am today (11th), warning that the tropical cyclone "Compass" will cross the Luzon Strait today and enter within 800 kilometers of Hong Kong in the evening. The Observatory will issue a tropical Cyclone warning signal.

Under the combined influence of the "compass" and the northeast monsoon, winds along the coast of South China will gradually increase in the next one or two days.

As the "compass" crosses the northern part of the South China Sea and approaches Hong Kong, the weather in Hong Kong will deteriorate later tomorrow (12th) and the wind will further strengthen. It is expected to be the closest to Hong Kong at the beginning of Wednesday (13th), about 400 south of Hong Kong. With a passing kilometer, the wind may reach gale force in some areas of Hong Kong, and there may be heavy rains and squally winds in wide areas.

At 8 p.m., Severe Tropical Storm Compasses gathered about 470 kilometers north of Manila and is expected to move westward at a speed of about 25 kilometers per hour, crossing the Luzon Strait.

The Macau Geophysical and Meteorological Bureau issued typhoon signal No. 1 at 8 pm, and it is expected to be maintained in the evening; the probability of issuing typhoon signal No. 3 from early morning to morning tomorrow is "high", and typhoon signal No. 8 is issued tomorrow night to early morning. The probability is "higher."

The bureau expects that the compasses will continue to strengthen from Tuesday to Wednesday, and quickly traverse the northern part of the South China Sea. It will be the closest to Macau at the beginning of Wednesday, passing within a range of about 400 kilometers south of Macau, generally towards Hainan Island.

Under the combined influence of the compass and the northeast monsoon, the weather in Macau will become unstable in the next two days. The wind will increase significantly and there will be thunderstorms. The maximum wind may reach level 8. Affected by the superimposed astronomical tide of storm surge, low-lying areas may appear in the next two days. About 0.5 meters flooded.

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Lion Rock Typhoon | The Director of the Observatory admits that the message is unsatisfactory, and the female worker is sad for the accidental death of a collapsed shed

【18:52】Tropical storm "Lion Rock" struck Hong Kong and caused torrential rain. Hong Kong experienced black rainstorm warning and typhoon signal No. 8 for two consecutive days, bringing continuous heavy rain and flooding in many places.



After a series of heavy rains, the water storage in Hong Kong's reservoirs has risen from about 67.67% to 75.32%, up to 70% of the safety index.

The reporter visited Tai Tam Tuk Reservoir today (11th). The flood fell straight down the dam and suddenly turned into a surging waterfall, which was very spectacular.

Many citizens came to admire it, and some even experienced the flood discharge momentum again after 24 years, "I'm so excited! I've been to Tai Tam Tuk Reservoir many times, but this is the first time I saw the flood discharge!"

▼10.11 Tai Tam Tuk Reservoir is full of flood discharge to attract citizens to punch in ▼


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Lion Rock Typhoon |The water stored in the torrential rain pond rises to 10%, Tai Tan Reservoir becomes a giant waterfall

[18:10] Tropical storm "Lion Rock" struck Hong Kong and caused torrential rain. Hong Kong experienced black rainstorm warning and typhoon signal No. 8 for two consecutive days, bringing continuous heavy rain and flooding in many places.



After a series of heavy rains, the reporter visited Tai Tam Tuk Reservoir today (11th). The flood fell straight down the dam and suddenly turned into a surging waterfall, which is very spectacular.

Many citizens came to admire it, and some even experienced the flood discharge momentum again after 24 years, "I'm so excited! I've been to Tai Tam Tuk Reservoir many times, but this is the first time I saw the flood discharge!"

▼Tropical Storm Lion Rock hit Hong Kong on October 9.

Market conditions under Typhoon Signal No. 8▼


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Compass Typhoon | Education Bureau Letter: Parents can decide whether their children go to school according to the weather.

【18:00】Following the "surprise" of tropical cyclone Lion Rock last week, another tropical cyclone "Compasses" is also ready to strike.

In view of the heavy rain last Friday (9th) at school and after school, many students became "fucked". The Education Bureau today (11th) issued a document to parents mentioning school arrangements under inclement weather.

According to the article, the situation in some areas may be different from the overall situation in Hong Kong, and even emergencies should be dealt with flexibly according to the prevailing circumstances. It emphasizes that the Education Bureau notice stated that parents can decide whether to let their children go to school in accordance with the weather conditions. The weather, roads, slopes or traffic conditions are bad. To ensure the safety of their children, parents should allow them to stay at home.

For students who are affected by inclement weather or flooding and who are late or are absent from school on the day determined by their parents, the school will deal with them at its discretion and will not penalize them.

Compasses Typhoon Signal | The Lion Rock Observatory will go directly to No. 3 typhoon warning tonight or go to No. 8 on Wednesday

[17:30] The wind is up again!

After the Lion Rock, which brought Typhoon Signal No. 8, left, the Severe Tropical Storm Compasses also approached fiercely.

The Observatory issued a strong monsoon signal at 4 o'clock this afternoon (11th). Strong winds are blowing in Hong Kong. The average wind speed exceeds 40 kilometers per hour, and the wind is equivalent to the No. 3 typhoon signal.

Li Zixiang, Senior Science Director of the Observatory, even announced at the press conference in the afternoon that when the compass enters the 800 km range of Hong Kong tonight, the Observatory will directly issue the No. 3 typhoon signal to replace the strong monsoon signal as if the Lion Rock is coming. The wind will increase further. Strong winds may blow in some areas on Wednesday, and the Observatory may issue the No. 8 typhoon that day.

Compasses Typhoon Signal | The Observatory's notice that the No. 3 typhoon signal will be directly registered tonight, or the No. 8 may be registered on Wednesday

[16:30] After the tropical cyclone Lion Rock "raid" last week, the Observatory predicted that the severe tropical storm Compasses will enter the 800-kilometer warning range of Hong Kong tonight (11th), and it will be directly converted from the strong monsoon signal to No. 3 The typhoon signal, like the Lion Rock, jumps over Typhoon No. 1. The observatory also predicts that Compasses will intensify into a typhoon. It will be the closest to Hong Kong at the beginning of Wednesday (13th). It will pass about 400 kilometers south of Hong Kong. The wind is in some areas of Hong Kong. It may reach gale intensity and may need to change the No. 8 typhoon signal.

Director Zheng Chuming said at today’s press conference that the compass is an "autumn platform" like the Lion Rock. South China is affected by the northeast monsoon. When a tropical cyclone is in the South China Sea, the combined effect of the two will increase the wind force; when the compass is close When Hong Kong is south of Hong Kong, the relevant rainband will move closer to the Pearl River Estuary, and the wind will continue to strengthen. The wind will be at its highest time. It is expected from late Tuesday to early Wednesday, depending on whether the path changes.

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"Compass" approaches the Observatory tonight and announces a tropical cyclone warning with a force 9 wind in offshore highlands on Wednesday

[13:06] "Lion Rock" gradually moved away and weakened into an area of ​​low pressure, but "Compasses" has gradually strengthened into a severe tropical storm, and "take over" approaching Hong Kong.

The Observatory announced that the "Compass" will enter within 800 kilometers of Hong Kong at night, and a tropical cyclone warning signal will be issued. Coupled with the influence of the northeast monsoon, it is expected that there will be squally showers later tomorrow (12th) until Wednesday (13th). On the day, there are squally heavy showers and thunderstorms, and there is a chance to blow gale (level 8) at first, and even 9 level gales are blowing offshore and on high ground.

Typhoon Compasses ︱ Wind blows again before Chongyang. The weather turns worse on Tuesday night and the monsoon becomes the key to wind again.

[12:26] As the tropical cyclone "Lion Rock" just moved away, another tropical cyclone "Compasses" (Figure 1) has been intensifying in the waters east of the Philippines and is expected to enter as early as today (October 11) evening 800 kilometers of Hong Kong.



(The original text is taken from the website of the Observatory, the title, introduction and content, edited and revised by Hong Kong 01)

▼On October 9th, tropical cyclone Lion Rock No. 8 Typhoon Mong Kok was deserted on weekend ▼


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