This screengrab from the official website of the Hong Kong Observatory shows the forecast track of Typhoon Nesat.
HONG KONG – The Hong Kong Observatory issued the Strong Wind Signal No 3 at 11:30 am on Monday as Typhoon Nesat moved closer to the city.
Unless Nesat takes a more northerly track or intensifies significantly, the chance of issuing the No 8 Gale or Storm Signal before midnight tonight is not high.
The Hong Kong Observatory
In a weather bulletin, the Observatory said Nesat edged steadily towards the coast of Guangdong in the past few hours. According to the present forecast track, the gale winds associated with Nesat will keep a distance from the coast of Guangdong.
At noon, Nesat was estimated to be about 390 kilometers southeast of Hong Kong and is forecast to move west-southwest at about 15 kilometers per hour across the northern part of the South China Sea.
“Unless Nesat takes a more northerly track or intensifies significantly, the chance of issuing the No 8 Gale or Storm Signal before midnight tonight is not high,” the HKO said.
The Strong Wind Signal No 3 will remain in force today, said the Observatory, adding that winds with mean speeds of 41 to 62 kilometers per hour are expected.
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Strong northerly winds, occasionally gale force on high ground were expected. It would be mainly cloudy with one or two showers, the HKO noted
Strong northerly winds, occasionally gale force on high ground were expected. It would be mainly cloudy with one or two showers, the HKO noted.
Under the combined effect with the northeast monsoon, it will be windy with a few showers and temperatures will fall progressively over the coast of Guangdong in the next couple of days.
“Seas will be rough with swells. Members of the public are advised to stay away from the shoreline and not to engage in water sports,” the HKO said.
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With Nesat departing Guangdong, the weather will improve over the coastal areas in the latter part of this week, the Observatory said.