Typhoon classification in Hong Kong

Typhoons in Hong Kong are classified into 1 No.,No.3, No.8, No.9 and 10 (from small to large).

Typhoon warning signals in Hong Kong are divided into five levels, namely, standby signal No.1, strong wind signal No.3, gale or storm signal No.8, gale or storm signal No.9 and hurricane signal No.10. Since 1946, tropical cyclones with typhoon intensity of 16 or above have caused the Hong Kong Observatory to issue hurricane signal No.10.

Typhoon warning signal is an early warning signal used by relevant departments to issue typhoon disaster warning according to relevant laws and regulations. Typhoon warning signals are divided into four levels, which are represented by blue, yellow, orange and red respectively. On August 16, 2004, China Meteorological Bureau issued "Trial Measures for Issuing Early Warning Signals of Sudden Meteorological Disasters", in which typhoon early warning signals are divided into four levels: blue, yellow, orange and red, but some provinces and cities classify them according to their own characteristics.

Measures to deal with typhoons

1. Pay close attention to the weather forecast: pay close attention to the typhoon warning information released by the meteorological department, and understand the path, intensity and possible impact of the typhoon. This can help you prepare in advance and take necessary preventive measures.

2. Avoid dangerous areas: If a typhoon strikes, try to avoid staying in vulnerable areas, such as rivers, beaches and low-lying areas. Move to a safe place as soon as possible, such as a tall building, a solid building or a shelter.

3. Do a good job in family wind protection: close doors and windows and fix objects that are easily blown by the wind to prevent them from becoming a source of injury. Clean things around balconies and houses to prevent falling objects from hurting people.

4. Travel safety: Try to avoid going out when the typhoon comes. If you have to travel, you should try to avoid wading, because the current in the flood can be dangerous. Choose safe means of transportation, such as cars, instead of bicycles or motorcycles.

5. Emergency preparation: Prepare necessary emergency articles, such as flashlights, batteries, portable chargers, first aid kits and other necessary emergency articles. Make sure that family members know how to contact your relatives in other places.