Amber Rainstorm Warning in force as particularly heavy rain expected in Sai Kung

The Amber Rainstorm Warning Signal as well as the Thunderstorm Warning are now in force as the observatory warns of particularly heavy rain in the Sai Kung district, with more than 70 millimeters of hourly rainfall having fallen or expected to fall. 

The two warning signals were issued by the observatory at 8.30 am and 4.45 am respectively on Tuesday. 

Heavy rain has fallen or is expected to fall generally over Hong Kong, exceeding 30 millimeters in an hour, and is likely to continue. 

There will be flooding in some low-lying and poorly drained areas. People who are likely to be affected should take necessary precautions to reduce their exposure to risk posed by heavy rain and flooding. 

Heavy rain may bring about flash floods. People should stay away from watercourses and take necessary precautions to avoid losses caused by flooding.