{"id":179328,"date":"2024-10-24T09:00:06","date_gmt":"2024-10-24T01:00:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/?p=179328"},"modified":"2024-10-24T10:06:28","modified_gmt":"2024-10-24T02:06:28","slug":"hong-kong-typhoon-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/hong-kong-typhoon-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Grab your tapes and mark that cross! Here\u2019s your survival guide to typhoons in Hong Kong"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Sunshine mixed with a little hurricane is an apt description that fits Hong Kong to a T. This tropical city surely blesses us with a plethora of pristine <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/best-beaches-in-hong-kong-swim-surf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">beaches<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/hiking-in-hong-kong-nature-scenery-fitness\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hikes<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/islands-around-hong-kong-day-trips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">islands<\/a> for a sunny day out, but we have to brace ourselves for stormy summers that show up uninvited, too. Spot the massive cross on windows and empty supermarket shelves from May onwards? Don\u2019t be intimidated, because we\u2019re here to guide you through Hong Kong\u2019s typhoon season. And while a typhoon day off from work may be a thing of the past thanks to technology, it\u2019s still good to know what to do when there\u2019s a typhoon in Hong Kong.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_ultimate_guide_to_typhoons_in_Hong_Kong\"><\/span>Your ultimate guide to typhoons in Hong Kong<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/hong-kong-typhoon-season\/#Your_ultimate_guide_to_typhoons_in_Hong_Kong\" title=\"Your ultimate guide to typhoons in Hong Kong\">Your ultimate guide to typhoons in Hong Kong<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/hong-kong-typhoon-season\/#Is_there_a_typhoon_in_Hong_Kong_today\" title=\"Is there a typhoon in Hong Kong today?\">Is there a typhoon in Hong Kong today?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/hong-kong-typhoon-season\/#How_to_stay_informed_about_typhoons_in_Hong_Kong\" title=\"How to stay informed about typhoons in Hong Kong\">How to stay informed about typhoons in Hong Kong<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/hong-kong-typhoon-season\/#Follow_these_Hong_Kong_typhoon_signals\" title=\"Follow these Hong Kong typhoon signals\">Follow these Hong Kong typhoon signals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/hong-kong-typhoon-season\/#Where_to_get_help_during_Hong_Kong_typhoon\" title=\"Where to get help during Hong Kong typhoon\">Where to get help during Hong Kong typhoon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/hong-kong-typhoon-season\/#Typhoon_in_Hong_Kong_Bottom_line\" title=\"Typhoon in Hong Kong: Bottom line\">Typhoon in Hong Kong: Bottom line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_a_typhoon_in_Hong_Kong_today\"><\/span>Is there a typhoon in Hong Kong today?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_210759\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-210759\" style=\"width: 1400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-210759 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-today.jpg\" alt=\"typhoon hong kong forecast\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1000\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-today.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-today-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-today-768x549.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1400\/1000;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-210759\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Here\u2019s how to keep up to date with Hong Kong typhoon forecasts (Photography: He Jun Ran via Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>One of the easiest ways of knowing whether there is a typhoon in Hong Kong today or not is to be aware of when the typhoon season is. Beginning in May, Hong Kong\u2019s typhoon season can last all the way till November (but usually doesn\u2019t \u2013 thankfully!) The most typhoon-prone months include <strong>July to September<\/strong>, though locals know how unpredictable this time frame can be. So, if you\u2019re planning a trip to the 852 during the summer months, remember to check Hong Kong\u2019s typhoon forecast when booking your plane tickets, <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/best-hotels-in-hong-kong\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hotel stays<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/hong-kong-two-day-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">itinerary<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fun fact<\/strong>: the Japan Meteorological Agency names the typhoons. The names are usually short, catchy, distinctive, and relevant to the cultural and geographic areas, so that they\u2019re easy for people to remember.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_stay_informed_about_typhoons_in_Hong_Kong\"><\/span>How to stay informed about typhoons in Hong Kong<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_210754\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-210754\" style=\"width: 1400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-210754 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-stay-informed.jpg\" alt=\"hong kong typhoon updates hong kong observatory\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1000\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-stay-informed.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-stay-informed-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-stay-informed-768x549.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1400\/1000;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-210754\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The HKO has all the Hong Kong typhoon updates you need (Photography: \u9999\u6e2f\u5929\u6587\u53f0 HKO via Facebook)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The best way to get Hong Kong typhoon updates is through the <strong>Hong Kong Observatory<\/strong> (HKO). The HKO <strong>website<\/strong> offers live tracking and instant updates whenever a typhoon signal is hoisted (more on this later). It\u2019s also a good idea to download the HKO <strong>app<\/strong>, too, so you can get notifications straight to your phone. And if you want information on how a typhoon today is affecting <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/public-transport-in-hong-kong\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">public transport<\/a> and traffic, tune in to your <strong>local news channel<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Follow_these_Hong_Kong_typhoon_signals\"><\/span>Follow these Hong Kong typhoon signals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Notices of Hong Kong typhoon signals will be posted outside apartment buildings, commercial buildings, shopping malls, and MTR stations. So, you\u2019ll know what\u2019s going on wherever you are. Here\u2019s what the different signals mean.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Standby Signal No. 1 (T1)<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_210755\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-210755\" style=\"width: 1400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-210755 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t1.jpg\" alt=\"typhoon hong kong signal standby no. 1\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1000\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t1.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t1-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t1-768x549.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1400\/1000;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-210755\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Standby Signal No. 1 indicates a typhoon near Hong Kong (Image: Hong Kong Observatory)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If a T1 is raised, you can still keep your cool, and chances are you didn\u2019t even notice a storm is approaching, because it\u2019ll most likely be sunny out with clear, blue skies. This means that a tropical cyclone is centred within about 800 kilometres of Hong Kong and may or may not affect the territory.<\/p>\n<p>Just be on the lookout if the signal is elevated to a higher degree.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Strong Wind Signal No. 3 (T3)<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_210756\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-210756\" style=\"width: 1400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-210756 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t3.jpg\" alt=\"Strong Wind Signal No. 3\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1000\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t3.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t3-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t3-768x549.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1400\/1000;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-210756\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Strong Wind Signal No. 3 indicates a typhoon in Hong Kong (Image: Hong Kong Observatory)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Yep, it jumps from one to three. This is the part where folks get excited about a potential day off (though the odds are rarely in our favour. Thanks, <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Li%27s_field\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Li\u2019s Field<\/a>). Your day will remain much the usual, though the sky may be a little cloudy and grey at this point. You can expect winds with a sustained speed of 41 to 62 kilometres per hour.<\/p>\n<h4>When there\u2019s a T3 in Hong Kong:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Kindergartens may be closed<\/li>\n<li>Water activities will be shut<\/li>\n<li>It is advisable to stay away from the shore<\/li>\n<li>Look for typhoon updates on the news<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>3. Gale or Storm Signal No. 8 (T8)<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_210757\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-210757\" style=\"width: 1400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-210757 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t8.jpg\" alt=\"typhoon hong kong gale or storm signal no. 8\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1000\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t8.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t8-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t8-768x549.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1400\/1000;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-210757\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Gale or Storm Signal No. 8 indicates a strong typhoon in Hong Kong (Image: Hong Kong Observatory)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019s quite rare for a typhoon to hit number eight. But having said that, it\u2019s important not to undermine the havoc it can cause, especially on the outlying islands. With a sustained wind speed of 63 to 117 kilometres per hour, and gusts reaching up to 180 kilometres per hour, T8 can cause some serious damage.<\/p>\n<h4>When there\u2019s a T8 in Hong Kong:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Shut your windows firmly and tape them up<\/li>\n<li>Remove any laundry hanging outside and any outdoor furniture<\/li>\n<li>All public transport (including flights) will be suspended \u2013 this means no MTR or bus services, but employers are required to let you get home before a T8 hits<\/li>\n<li>All offices, schools, restaurants, and businesses will be closed<\/li>\n<li>Avoid seashores at all costs<\/li>\n<li>Potential landslides and floods in rural areas<\/li>\n<li>If your building sways, don\u2019t panic! New buildings are built that way to withstand strong winds<\/li>\n<li>The signal will typically be hoisted for about a day, but do stock up on essentials beforehand. There will be prior warning before the signal goes up, so there\u2019s still time for you to get back home to a safe space<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>4. Increasing Gale or Storm Signal No.9 and Hurricane Signal No. 10 (T9 and T10)<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_210758\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-210758\" style=\"width: 1400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-210758 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t9-t10.jpg\" alt=\"Increasing Gale or Storm Signal No. 9 and Hurricane Signal No. 10\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1000\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t9-t10.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t9-t10-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-t9-t10-768x549.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1400\/1000;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-210758\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Increasing Gale or Storm Signal No. 9 and Hurricane Signal No. 10 indicating a typhoon in Hong Kong (Image: Hong Kong Observatory)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You know the stakes are high when the signal is elevated to the highest. This could mean the typhoon has reached its epicentre in Hong Kong. Coming eye-to-eye with the storm could result in wind speeds of 118 kilometres per hour or above, and gusts may exceed 220 kilometres per hour. T8 would\u2019ve already been hoisted, so you should be safe and sound at home.<\/p>\n<h4>When there\u2019s a T9 or T10 in Hong Kong:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Stay indoors<\/li>\n<li>Make sure windows are tightly shut (use strings for loose locks)<\/li>\n<li>Stay updated on the news<\/li>\n<li>Expect fallen trees, shattered glass, and transport disruptions when the signal is lifted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_get_help_during_Hong_Kong_typhoon\"><\/span>Where to get help during Hong Kong typhoon<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_210760\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-210760\" style=\"width: 1400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-210760 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-where-to-get-help.jpg\" alt=\"typhoon hong kong how to get help\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1000\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-where-to-get-help.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-where-to-get-help-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/07\/typhoon-hong-kong-where-to-get-help-768x549.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1400\/1000;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-210760\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Not that every typhoon in Hong Kong tears through skyscrapers, but it\u2019s better to know how to get help when you need it (Photography: winhorse via Getty Images Signature)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Just in case you need to get help quick during a typhoon in Hong Kong, here are a few numbers to call:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Police or ambulance: 999<\/li>\n<li>Drainage Services: 2300 1110 (for reporting floods)<\/li>\n<li>Home Affairs Department: 2835 2500 (for accommodation emergencies)<\/li>\n<li>Round-the-clock Government hotline: 1823 (for fallen trees, building conditions, and landslides)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Typhoon_in_Hong_Kong_Bottom_line\"><\/span>Typhoon in Hong Kong: Bottom line<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the case of typhoon warning signal eight and above, stay indoors and make sure your windows are shut properly. Also, stock up on ample supplies of basic food and household items beforehand (locals say that toilet paper is a must!). Hong Kong is well-experienced in handling typhoons, so there\u2019s no need to panic too much \u2013 we got you.<\/p>\n<p><em>[This article was originally published in May 2021 and updated in 2024 by Celia Lee.]<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sunshine mixed with a little hurricane is an apt description that fits Hong Kong to a T. This tropical city surely blesses us with a plethora of pristine beaches, hikes, and islands for a sunny day out, but we have to brace ourselves for stormy summers that show up uninvited, too. 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