Observatory Issues Black Rainstorm Warning

The Observatory issued the black rainstorm warning at 2:55 am on Saturday morning, saying heavy rain has fallen or is expected to fall generally over Hong Kong, exceeding 70 millimetres in an hour, and is likely to continue.

Because of seriously flooded roads and inclement weather conditions, people are advised to take shelter in a safe place and stay there. Parents, students, school authorities and school-bus drivers should listen to radio or television announcements on schools.

The public is advised not to travel until the black rainstorm warning signal is no longer in force and traffic conditions have improved.

Heavy rain will bring flash floods, and flooding is occurring or is expected to occur in watercourses. People should stay away from watercourses.

Residents living in close proximity to rivers should stay alert to weather conditions and should consider evacuation if their homes may become flooded.