Attention after work｜The Observatory issued two yellow rainstorm warnings within 16 hours, the rainfall in the southern district reached the level of black rain

A trough of low pressure lingered along the coast of Guangdong recently, bringing heavy showers and squally thunderstorms to Hong Kong and other places in the region.

The Observatory issued a special weather alert at 5:00 pm today (7th) and updated it at 6:50, pointing out that extensive areas in Hong Kong may be affected by heavy rain in the short term, and the public should be vigilant.

The Observatory also expects strong gusts to hit Hong Kong, reminding the public to seek shelter in a safe place as soon as possible if they are outdoors.

The Observatory issued another amber rainstorm warning at 7:35 p.m., which was in effect for 70 minutes, the second time it was issued in 16 hours.

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The Observatory issued an amber rainstorm warning at 7:35 p.m., and rain clouds covered the territory.

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[20:45] The Observatory cancels the yellow rainstorm warning signal.

[19:50] Observatory: Heavy rain in local areas: The rain in the southern part of Hong Kong Island is particularly heavy, and heavy rain with an hourly rainfall exceeding 70 mm has been recorded or is expected, and severe flooding may occur.

In terms of rainfall, the black rainstorm warning signal level is reached.

Those who may be affected should take appropriate precautions to prevent possible losses caused by flooding.

Heavy rain may lead to flash floods, the public should stay away from the river.

Motorists should be aware that there may be severe flooding and traffic congestion on the road.

The rainstorm was mainly concentrated on Hong Kong Island. The hourly rainfall in the southern district exceeded 70 mm, reaching the level of the black rainstorm warning signal.

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[19:45] Observatory: Strong gusts are expected to continue to hit Hong Kong.

If you are outdoors, seek shelter in a safe place as soon as possible.

Strong gusts of about 70 km/h were recorded at Cheung Chau at 7.40pm.

[19:35] The Observatory issued a yellow rainstorm warning for the second time today, less than 16 hours apart.

The Amber Rainstorm Warning indicates that heavy rain with an hourly rainfall exceeding 30mm per hour has been recorded or is expected over a wide area of ​​Hong Kong, and the rain is likely to continue.

[18:50] The Observatory issued a special weather warning, pointing out that extensive areas in Hong Kong may be affected by heavy rain in the short term, and the public should be vigilant.

【18:40】Thunderstorm is affecting the Pearl River Estuary and will continue to affect Hong Kong in the next hour or two.

According to the Observatory, thunderstorms are affecting the Pearl River Estuary and approaching Hong Kong from west to east.

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【18:35】Thunderstorm is affecting the Pearl River Estuary and will continue to affect Hong Kong in the next hour or two.

Citizens should be vigilant.

[17:55] Thunderstorm warning, valid until 8:00 tonight, squally thunderstorms are expected in Hong Kong.

[17:00] The thunderstorm belt is gradually approaching, which may affect Hong Kong in the next two or three hours.

[06:40] The yellow rainstorm warning signal is cancelled.

[03:45] The Observatory issued a yellow rainstorm warning signal.

The Observatory issued an amber rainstorm warning at 3:45 a.m. today (7th), and it was canceled at 6:40 a.m. and took effect for about three hours.

The Observatory pointed out that a trough of low pressure will linger along the coast of Guangdong in the next two or three days, bringing heavy showers and squally thunderstorms to the area; under the influence of the southwest monsoon, there will still be showers in Guangdong during the weekend; The anticyclone extended westward, and the showers along the coast of Guangdong decreased slightly early next week.

The Observatory's latest nine-day weather forecast shows that there will be rain in the coming week, but it will gradually weaken.

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▼The rainstorm warning on May 12 will be windy and rainy▼

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▼On May 13, DSE candidates went to the test site to take the test under the rainstorm warning▼

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Lunch and school hours are widely available in Mangjing day. The Observatory predicts that it will fall on the 9th. The Observatory predicts that there will be more showers on Monday. Return to work and return to school. Be aware that there will be strong winds and thunderstorms for the Dragon Boat Festival. 34-degree Observatory: The weather in May is far cooler than normal