Observatory downgrades storm signal to T3

Hong Kong Observatory has lowered the Typhoon Signal to No. 3 at 8.20pm tonight as Severe Typhoon Ragasa, having made landfall in Yangjiang, moves further away from Hong Kong and weakens.

At 8pm, Ragasa was estimated to be about 300 kilometers west-southwest of Hong Kong and is forecast to move west at about 22 kilometers per hour, skirting the coast of western Guangdong and weakening gradually.

Although the storm is receding, the public is advised to remain cautious as strong winds are still prevailing over many places, with occasional gale-force winds in offshore areas and on high ground. 

The T3 signal will remain in force at least until 7am on Thursday (Sep 25).

Under the influence of the outer rainbands of Ragasa, there will be occasional squally showers and thunderstorms today and tomorrow. Showers will be heavy at first. 

(Marco Lam)
(Updated at 8.26pm)