Capricorn Brings Fury: Observatory Issues Northeast Gale or Storm Signal No. 8, Expected to Last Until Friday Noon
Super Typhoon Capricorn Update: Gale or Storm Signal No. 8 Issued
As of 6 p.m., Super Typhoon Capricorn is located approximately 340 kilometers south of Hong Kong, with sustained winds of about 210 kilometers per hour. The typhoon is expected to move west-northwest at a speed of about 15 kilometers per hour, passing near the Leizhou Peninsula to Hainan Island area.
According to current forecasts, Capricorn will maintain super typhoon intensity and pass about 300 kilometers southwest of Hong Kong early tomorrow morning. The gale area related to Capricorn is expected to affect the Pearl River Estuary area from tonight to tomorrow morning.
Latest Updates
- At 5 p.m., the highest sustained wind speeds recorded at Ngong Ping, Waglan Island, and Cheung Chau Beach were 69, 65, and 58 kilometers per hour respectively.
- The Observatory stated that Capricorn has matured, with strong winds blowing in many places in Hong Kong, and strong winds occasionally blowing offshore and in highlands.
- The strong rainbands associated with Capricorn will gradually affect Hong Kong later today, with strong winds and heavy showers expected tomorrow.
Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for the Hong Kong area today is to blow strong to strong winds from the east to the northeast, with winds further strengthening to strong winds later. It will be mainly cloudy with a few squally showers and thunderstorms. The maximum temperature will be about 31°C, with heavy rain at times later. The sea has large waves and swells.
Tomorrow, winds will be quite strong, initially reaching gale force levels, with strong winds and heavy showers expected. The sea will have very strong waves and swells. Winds will ease over the weekend, but conditions will remain unsettled. Showers will taper off early next week.
Safety Precautions
People are advised to stay away from the shore and stop all water activities. The public should also be prepared for strong winds and heavy rain, and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.