Strong Monsoon Signal
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Issued by Hong Kong Observatory
📍 Hong Kong SAR, China (approximate) 🕑 1 h ago
The Strong Monsoon Signal is now in force. Strong winds with mean speed exceeding 40 kilometres per hour are expected from the north. Gusts will occasionally reach gale force.
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📡 CAP alert details
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SeveritySevere
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UrgencyImmediate
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CertaintyLikely
EventStrong Monsoon Signal
Response typeNot supplied
CategoryMet
Affected areaHong Kong SAR, China
Issuing authorityHong Kong Observatory
ContactNot supplied
🕓 Alert timing · EAT
Sent2026-11-09T22:45:00+08:00
Effective2026-11-09T22:45:00+08:00
OnsetNot supplied
ExpiresNot supplied
📋 Official instructions
In the past hour ending 10:30 p.m., the maximum sustained winds recorded at Waglan Island and Cheung Chau were 65 and 53 kilometres per hour with maximum gusts 75 and 75 kilometres per hour respectively. 1. If you are not well sheltered from the north, you are advised to take precautions against strong gusty winds. Flower pots and other objects likely to be blown away should be taken indoors. 2. Small craft owners should make arrangements for the safety of their boats. Make sure that all deck fittings are firmly fastened. 3. Since sea state may be rough, you are advised to stay away from the shoreline and not to engage in water sports. Conditions are particularly rough over the offshore wat…📄 Message details
Alert identifierHK-HKO-METCTR-WSMS-20261109224500-A
Message typeUpdate
Sendercap-alert@hko.gov.hk
ScopePublic
CAP statusActual
Related messagesHK-HKO-METCTR-WSMS-20261109204500-A
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🛡 Safety advice
General guidance for this type of incident - not official instructions.
- In the past hour ending 10:30 p.m., the maximum sustained winds recorded at Waglan Island and Cheung Chau were 65 and 53 kilometres per hour with maximum gusts 75 and 75 kilometres per hour respectively. 1. If you are not well sheltered from the north, you are advised to take precautions against strong gusty winds. Flower pots and other objects likely to be blown away should be taken indoors. 2. Small craft owners should make arrangements for the safety of their boats. Make sure that all deck fittings are firmly fastened. 3. Since sea state may be rough, you are advised to stay away from the shoreline and not to engage in water sports. Conditions are particularly rough over the offshore wat…
- Stay aware of your surroundings in this area.
- Follow official updates from the police and local authorities.
- In an emergency call 112 (police) or 112 (ambulance), or request help through Jilinde.
📰 Story summary
From the report shown in the feed:
- The Strong Monsoon Signal is now in force.
- Strong winds with mean speed exceeding 40 kilometres per hour are expected from the north.
- Gusts will occasionally reach gale force.
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