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Storm east of Philippines set to intensify, could skirt Hong Kong by weekend

Tropical depression was about 980km east of Manila on Monday evening and moving west or west-northwest at about 18km/h.

22 Oct 2024 - 6:29AM

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Hong Kong issues amber rainstorm warning, heavy showers expected in coming days

31 Jul 2024 - 4:22PM

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Super Typhoon Gaemi may trigger No 1 standby signal in Hong Kong

25 Jul 2024 - 12:51AM

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Hong Kong society

Explainer | What you should know about paragliding in Hong Kong after man dies in poor weather

The Post looks at sport’s risks, regulation and safety practices after experienced paraglider dies earlier this week.

20 Jun 2024 - 11:49AM

A paraglider died on Monday after hitting adverse weather mid-flight. Photo: Felix Wong

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Showers, squally thunderstorms expected in Hong Kong over next few days

‘With the southwesterly airstream becoming active, there will be more showers with squally thunderstorms … in the next couple of days,’ Hong Kong Observatory says.

13 Jun 2024 - 4:17PM

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Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong Observatory says more unsettled weather, showers expected this week

Strong easterly wind expected to reach the Guangdong coast on Monday and may bring showers and blustery wind to the region, forecaster predicts, with raining likely to continue through to Friday.

3 Jun 2024 - 1:30AM

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Hong Kong Observatory cancels all typhoon signals as Maliksi weakens

The strong monsoon signal was issued at 5.42pm.

1 Jun 2024 - 8:55PM

The city’s weather forecaster is considering downgrading the No 3 typhoon warning signal to No 1. Photo: Edmond So

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Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong set for more unstable weather as southwest monsoon emerges

Observatory says showers will be heavy at times with squally thunderstorms early next week.

16 May 2024 - 6:55PM

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Hong Kong weather

Be ‘mentally prepared’ for changes to Hong Kong fireworks amid rain: minister

Tourism chief Kevin Yeung says authorities will not know whether Labour Day fireworks on Wednesday will be ‘affected’ until just hours before 8pm start.

29 Apr 2024 - 1:18AM

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Hongkongers warned over possible floods, some roads still closed after downpour

Amber rainstorm warning cancelled after being in force more than four hours, but wet weather to continue in coming days.

23 Apr 2024 - 4:42PM

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Sudden midday downpour hits Hong Kong, with rainy weather to continue

Forecaster issues first amber rainstorm warning of the year, indicating heavy rain of 30mm an hour expected.

18 Apr 2024 - 3:42PM

Children brave the wind and rain at Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront. The Observatory issued the first amber rainstorm warning of the year at 1pm on Thursday. Photo: Jelly Tse

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Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong set for hot 2 weeks, with temperatures hitting 31 degrees Celsius

Temperatures to rise between Tuesday and Thursday, with maximum of 26 to 31 degrees and warm weather persisting into next week.

2 Apr 2024 - 4:03PM

Pedestrians seek shelter from the sun. A few showers are also expected to arrive on Thursday, continuing until next Tuesday. Photo: Yik Yeung-man

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Traffic lane to Hong Kong’s Shek O reopens after landslides cut off area

Authorities reopen traffic lane at 9pm on Saturday to allow light vehicles to pass.

9 Sep 2023 - 10:44PM

Health & Environment

Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong must revolutionise tree-planting methods to ensure public safety: experts

Experts say government must opt for better quality soil and use more when planting trees in high-density areas to prevent them becoming vulnerable to storms.

3 Sep 2023 - 11:26PMvideocam

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Hong Kong will consider issuing warning over Super Typhoon Saola later in week

Weather forecaster says super typhoon will be within 800km of the city on Wednesday, but uncertainty over movements still ‘relatively high’.

1 Sep 2023 - 7:50AMvideocam

Saola, named after a rare and protected species of animal discovered in Vietnam in the 1990s, was located about 460km northeast of Manila in the Philippines at noon on Monday. Photo: Sam Tsang

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Hong Kong temperatures expected to fall overnight on Friday, forecasters say

Mercury expected to fall by more than 10 degrees Celsius under impact of northeast monsoon, Observatory predicts.

24 Feb 2023 - 6:45PM

The weather is expected to be cold and windy this weekend, forecasters say. Photo: Jonathan Wong

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Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong Observatory issues No 3 typhoon signal as storm edges closer

Nalgae has already wreaked havoc in the Philippines, killing at least 98 people.

31 Oct 2022 - 10:30PM

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Accidents and personal safety

7 passengers hurt after tree falls on bus as Typhoon Nesat nears Hong Kong

Observatory downgrades Nesat to strong monsoon status at 3.40pm on Tuesday.

18 Oct 2022 - 4:00PM

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Hong Kong air pollution warning for next few days because of lack of wind

Air pollution levels reach ‘serious’, the highest alert stage, in some places as Hong Kong hit by heat and light winds.

13 Sep 2022 - 1:02AM

HIgh temperatures and a haze at the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade as the Environmental Protection Department issues an air pollution warning for much of the city. Photo: Jonathan Wong.

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Hong Kong No 1 typhoon warning signal cancelled at 2.40pm on Thursday

Observatory warns tropical cyclone could develop during early to mid stages of next week as a result of area of low pressure in South China Sea.

4 Aug 2022 - 3:07PM

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Hong Kong’s Fire Services Department reports rise in heatstroke cases

Firefighters report 122 cases of heatstroke linked to outdoor pursuits during the first three weeks of July, compared to 65 incidents in June.

30 Jul 2022 - 8:22AM

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Cold weather can have impact on Hongkongers’ life expectancy: study

Residents with cardiorespiratory diseases, such as pneumonia, could have life expectancy reduced by up to 1.5 years when exposed to frosty weather, study finds.

27 Dec 2021 - 7:43PM

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Tropical Cyclone Rai bringing cold, wet Christmas to Hong Kong

Weekend temperatures are also expected to dip this weekend, hitting a low of 14 degrees on Sunday as Legislative Council election polls open.

17 Dec 2021 - 9:23PM

Hong Kong temperatures are set to drop over the weekend. Photo: K. Y. Cheng