The Observatory issued the Amber Rainstorm Warning at 5:50am on Sunday morning.

This means that heavy rain has fallen or is expected to fall generally over Hong Kong, exceeding 30 millimetres in an hour, and is likely to continue.

There will be flooding in some low-lying and poorly drained areas. People who are likely to be affected should take necessary precautions to reduce their exposure to risk posed by the heavy rain and flooding.

Heavy rain may bring about flash floods. People should stay away from watercourses. People who are likely to be affected by flooding should take necessary precautions to avoid losses.

The Amber Rainstorm Warning was in effect for nearly five hours before it was cancelled at 10.40am.
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Last updated: 2024-07-28 HKT 15:00