Black Rainstorm Signal to remain until at least 11am
Over 300mm of rain have been recorded in some parts of Hong Kong since midnight on Tuesday. Photo courtesy of the Observatory
The observatory said on Tuesday the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal will at least remain in force until 11 am.
"Areas of intense thundery showers associated with active southwest monsoon and upper-air disturbances continue to affect Hong Kong and the vicinity of the Pearl River Estuary," it said.
"Members of the public are advised to continue to seek safe shelter and remain there until heavy rain is over."
The Black Rainstorm Warning was issued at 5.50am – the second time the top rain warning was in force on Tuesday – as Hong Kong continues to be lashed by heavy rain.
The Department of Health (DH) said that all clinics, except for Methadone Clinics, will close. Services will resume as soon as practicable if the Black signal is cancelled two hours or more before the clinics' normal closing time.
Patients with appointments are advised to make a new appointment.
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