Tropical Cyclone Warning Announcement A Hong Kong Observatory 2004-05-11T16:19:30+08:00 The content available in this file, including but not limited to all text, graphics, drawings, diagrams, photographs and compilation of data or other materials are protected by copyright. The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region is the owner of all copyright works contained in this website. Any reproduction, adaptation, distribution, dissemination or making available of such copyright works to the public is strictly prohibited unless prior written authorization is obtained from the Hong Kong Observatory. The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (including its servants and agents) makes no warranty, statement or representation, express or implied, with respect to the accuracy, availability, completeness or usefulness of the information, contained herein, and in so far as permitted by law, shall not have any legal liability or responsibility (including liability for negligence) for any loss, damage, or injury (including death) which may result, whether directly or indirectly, from the supply or use of such information. You are welcome to write to the Hong Kong Observatory for authorization to make available information on this file to the public. For enquires, please contact the Hong Kong Observatory by e-mail (mailbox@hko.gov.hk) or fax (2311 9448). Tropical Cyclone Warning Announcement No. 10 1 Here is the latest Tropical Cyclone Warning issued by the Hong Kong Observatory. The Hurricane Signal, No. 10, is in force. This means that winds with mean speeds of 118 kilometres per hour or more are expected. At noon, Typhoon York was centred about 30 kilometres southwest of the Hong Kong Observatory (near 22.1 degrees north 114.0 degrees east) and is forecast to move west-northwest at about 15 kilometres per hour passing to the south of Lantau Island. Hurricane force winds are now affecting parts of the territory. Winds over the urban areas and the eastern part of the territory have turned southeasterly. At the same time, York's eye is now affecting the southwestern part of the territory. There will be a temporary lull with decrease in wind over these areas. However, the public are advised not to relax their precautions as there will be a sudden resumption of violent winds from a different direction. Places which have been sheltered before will become more exposed to the winds. In the past hour, mean winds of 133 and 103 kilometres per hour were recorded at Waglan Island and Tai Mei Tuk respectively. (Precautionary Announcements) (1) Do not go outside. If you are reasonably protected, stay where you are and keep well away from all windows. Close all interior doors and make sure children are confined to the least exposed part of your home. On no account should you touch electric cables that have been blown loose. (2) Stay away from exposed windows and doors because glass, already under strain from wind pressure, will shatter if a flying object should hit it. Make sure you have a safe place to shelter, should windows be broken. You should only fix broken windows and doors when there is no danger in doing so. (3) If the eye of the typhoon passes directly over Hong Kong, there may be a temporary lull lasting from a few minutes to several hours. This will be followed by a sudden resumption of violent winds from a different direction. Remain where you are if protected and be prepared for destructive winds and the change in wind directions. Listen to broadcast warnings. (4) Since seas are phenomenal, you are advised to stay away from the shoreline and not to engage in water sports. (5) You must arrange to get home or to a safe place immediately. (6) If you are away from home and cannot return fairly soon, find a safe place and remain there until the danger is over. 2004-05-11T12:00:00+08:00 2004-05-11T12:00:00+08:00 22.1N 114.0E