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Observatory cancels Amber Rainstorm Warning

2024-08-20 HKT 05:50
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  • Heavy rain is still expected to affect Hong Kong over the next few hours. Image: Courtesy of Hong Kong Observatory
    Heavy rain is still expected to affect Hong Kong over the next few hours. Image: Courtesy of Hong Kong Observatory
The Observatory cancelled the Amber Rainstorm Warning Signal at 6:45 on Tuesday morning. It had been issued at 5:45.

Heavy rain has fallen or may still fall generally over Hong Kong, exceeding 30 millimetres in an hour, and may continue.

There may still 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 the 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 the necessary precautions to avoid losses.

Observatory cancels Amber Rainstorm Warning