Typhoon Signal No. 1 Expected in Macao Early Saturday
- Macao will raise their typhoon signal No. 1 due to storm Wipha’s approach.
- Residents are advised to secure outdoor items and clear drains.
- Hong Kong anticipates a No. 3 signal and possibly No. 8 as the storm nears.
- Yellow weather alert in Macao warns of excessive heat over 33°C.
- Local health services report heatstroke cases due to sweltering conditions.
Precautions and Details About Typhoon Signal No. 1
Typhoon Signal No. 1 to Be Raised Early Saturday Morning as Tropical Storm Wipha Approaches Macao. Meteorologists are preparing to issue the No. 1 typhoon signal early Saturday, indicating that tropical storm Wipha has entered an 800-kilometer radius around Macao. This means residents should be alert to the storm’s developments, and take necessary precautions such as securing outdoor items and clearing drains to avoid damage from potential high winds.
Typhoon Warnings and Anticipated Conditions
In a recent update, the Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau, known as SMG in Portuguese, issued a statement around 3:30 AM about Wipha’s trajectory. It anticipates that the storm will move toward the western coastal areas of Guangdong. Due to uncertainties regarding the storm’s path and strength, ongoing monitoring of Wipha’s progression is critical. Meanwhile, Hong Kong, located about 60 kilometers away, is gearing up for its own warnings as the local observatory prepares to issue a No. 3 signal, with a possibility of escalating to No. 8, especially as Wipha approaches the Pearl River Estuary this weekend.
Extreme Heat Conditions in Macao
While dangerous winds loom, Macao has also issued a yellow hot weather alert today signaling temperatures exceeding 33°C. Reports from local weather stations confirmed that temperatures soared past 30°C early in the morning, peaking at 31.7°C at Porto Exterior. In light of the extreme heat, local helpline Peng On Tung reported handling about ten cases of heatstroke daily amidst the oppressive weather conditions. It’s worth noting that a previous orange warning for extreme heat had already been set on July 5, following a recorded high of 35°C.
As Typhoon Wipha approaches, Macao is preparing to raise its typhoon signal, urging residents to take safety precautions. With Hong Kong also bracing for potential storms, the situation remains fluid as meteorologists continue to monitor developments. Additionally, the extreme heat in the region is creating a dual challenge, prompting numerous heat-related incidents in Macao.
