The Hong Kong Observatory (HKO) has issued Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 at 6:20 p.m. today as Super Typhoon Yagi approaches, prompting the Education Bureau to suspend classes for evening schools today and all day schools tomorrow.
In anticipation of severe weather, the bureau announced that once the HKO issues its Pre-No. 8 Special Announcement this afternoon, classes for all day schools—including primary and secondary institutions—will be called off.
The Education Bureau has urged schools to implement contingency measures to ensure the safety of their students. It emphasized the importance of assessing conditions before allowing students to return home.
According to the HKO, gale-force winds from Super Typhoon Yagi are expected to impact the Pearl River Estuary tonight and into tomorrow morning. The agency warned that local winds will intensify, leading to deteriorating weather conditions, which will include heavy squally showers and thunderstorms.
Given the current trajectory of the tropical cyclone, the bureau confirmed that all day schools—covering secondary schools, primary schools, special schools, kindergartens, and childcare centers—will remain closed tomorrow.
– Education Bureau
Given the current trajectory of the tropical cyclone, the bureau confirmed that all day schools—covering secondary schools, primary schools, special schools, kindergartens, and childcare centers—will remain closed tomorrow.
The bureau also indicated that should it become necessary to suspend evening school classes tomorrow, further announcements will be made in accordance with the evolving situation of the typhoon.
Residents are advised to stay tuned for updates and to exercise caution as the super typhoon approaches.
