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DisasterChina·19 Aug 2026 · 8d ago

Hong Kong Observatory to monitor low-pressure area for potential typhoon signal

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The Hong Kong Observatory announced on Wednesday that it would track a low-pressure system currently located over the northern South China Sea. The forecaster stated it would evaluate the necessity of issuing a No 1 standby typhoon signal over the weekend as the system moved toward Hainan province and potentially the Gulf of Tonkin. Officials noted uncertainty regarding the system's path, specifically the possibility of a recurve to the east that would bring it closer to the Guangdong coast.

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If the low-pressure system tracks toward the Guangdong coast, residents and regional authorities will face potential stormy weather conditions. The Hong Kong Observatory is expected to continue monitoring the system's intensity and movement to determine if official standby warnings are required.

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