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rainstorm warning
Coverage of rainstorm warning in the Nexus archive.
- Hong Kong issues red rainstorm warning, urges schools to ensure students’ safety
Hong Kong’s weather forecaster issued a red rainstorm warning after upgrading from an amber alert, prompting authorities to urge schools to implement safety measures. Schools were advised to continue operations until the end of the day while ensuring conditions are safe.
- Persistent heavy downpours expected to ease for Hong Kong’s Tuen Ng Festival
Hong Kong experienced heavy downpours with a risk of flooding, but the Hong Kong Observatory expects improved conditions during the Tuen Ng Festival. An amber rainstorm warning was cancelled after over 30mm of rain in an hour, with Sai Kung East anticipating hourly rainfall exceeding 70mm. Sunny intervals are forecast for Friday afternoon despite strong winds.