Severe Tropical Storm Siam is approaching on July 1, and the No. 3 strong wind signal is now in effect.
The Observatory predicts that Siemba will strengthen, and the related gale area will be close to the Pearl River Estuary later today, and the wind will further strengthen in the general area of Hong Kong. Consider changing the No. 8 gale or storm signal from 6:00 to 9:00 tonight.
Starting today, there will be a three-day long holiday. It is believed that many people have planned to go out, but the weather is not as expected.
"Hong Kong 01" will continue to update the latest arrangements of various public transport before and after the entry into force of Typhoon No. 8.
MTR said that during the typhoon signal No. 8, train and light rail services will be maintained.
▼On July 1st, under the typhoon signal No. 3, bathers play in the waves at the second beach of Clear Water Bay▼
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MTR: Railway services will be maintained after Typhoon Signal No. 8 is hoisted, MTR buses will be suspended after 3 hours
[17:32] The Observatory is expected to issue Gale or Storm Signal No. 8 at a later time. MTR trains and Light Rail services will continue to maintain the normal frequency of public holidays until the train closes in the evening.
Under Gale or Storm Signal No. 8, MTR trains will continue to operate.
Service frequency may be gradually reduced as the storm approaches Hong Kong.
MTR buses will maintain their normal frequency on public holidays, but will be suspended three hours after Gale or Storm Signal No. 8 is issued.
If the Observatory issues the No. 9 Gale or Storm Wind Enhancement Signal (or above Typhoon Signal), MTR will immediately suspend the services of MTR trains and Light Rail on all open road sections for safety reasons.
First Ferry: The last ferry of Hengshuidu will be announced in advance or will be completely suspended for a short time before and after Typhoon Signal No. 8 is hoisted
[16:25] First Ferry stated that due to the impact of tropical storm Siamba, First Ferry's last ferry on the Hengshuidu route must leave early. The last flight from Hengshuidu is from Mui Wo to Peng Chau. The departure time is 5.30pm.
At the same time, due to the ever-changing weather and sea conditions, and for the safety of passengers, the new ferry may need to be completely suspended within a short period of time after it has not been changed or changed to Typhoon Signal No. 8.
First Ferry appeals to the public, especially the residents of outlying islands, to pay close attention to the latest weather news and media reports on ferry service arrangements to avoid inconvenience caused by the suspension of ferry services. The resumption arrangement will be notified separately.
(Information provided by First Ferry)
▼On July 1st, the No. 3 strong wind signal took effect, strong winds and heavy rain in various districts▼
▼On June 30, the tropical cyclone Siamba was approaching on the eve of the July 1st return▼
Double typhoons?
Tropical Storm Avery generates the Siamba typhoon and the offshore wind No. 8 typhoon. Siamba typhoon.
Latest | Observatory: It is expected to change to Typhoon Signal No. 8 at or before 7:10 tonight. Traffic | The highest temperature today is about 29 degrees with squally showers and the weather will be unstable at the beginning of next week.
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