Super Typhoon Ragasa gaining strength, Hong Kong residents warned of wind speed of over 180 km/h

Hong Kong Observation (HKO) has released a new update about Super Typhoon Ragasa and warned residents to support the weather conditions as the storm approached Guangdong. HKO, on Monday, September 22, 13:45 HKT’de published in the latest newsletter, “waiting signal, number 1 in force,” he said. “This means that a tropical cyclone will come in the 800 -kilometer Hong Kong and affect us.”

At 14:00, Ragasa is estimated to be about 840 kilometers east-south (19.4 ° N, 121.6 ° E) at 14:00, and is expected to move the West-North-North at about 22 km/h before entering the northern part of the Southern China Sea.

Strong winds are expected tonight

HKO, “Near the Ragasa, near the shores of Guangdong, local winds will gradually strengthen. Observatory, tonight at 9:40 pm will signal the strong wind.”

Storm signal no. 8 TOMORROW POSSION

Local weather is expected to be rapidly deteriorating tomorrow (23 September). “Observatory will consider drawing a gale or storm signal between 13: 00-16: 00 tomorrow evening. On Wednesday, September 24, between 13: 00-16: 00. Storm force winds will dominate the galet locally and the winds will reach the high ground. Often heavy Squally shower and spine will not be far from the update.

What does Signal 8 mean?

According to HKO, Type 8 signals indicate that the wind of a gale or the storm force is blown, or that a wind speed of 63-117 km/h in Hong Kong is expected to insist on the continuous wind speed and wind condition exceeding 180 km/h.

Storm fluctuating warning and flood

HKO warned more about storm fluctuations and flood risks: “Under the influence of important storm fluctuations, there will be an increase in a water level of approximately 2 meters in the coastal areas of Hong Kong on Wednesday morning. The maximum water level can usually reach approximately 3.5 to 4 meters of graphic databases and the water level in Tolo Harbor can reach the public.

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS

HKO also published reminders under the number 1 signal that called for inhabitants to prepare now:

1. Drainage should be cleaned and windows and doors should be checked.
2. Those who are exposed to wind or in low areas should take precautions against strong winds and floods.
3. During a tropical cyclone, people with basic tasks should call.
4. Travel plans may be affected by Guangdong, Macau, outer islands or remote areas.
5. Fisherman’s ships and low -power craft should immediately look for shelter.
6. Construction and property managers should secure temporary structures and hanging facilities.