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With the approaching hurricane "Wafifa".. Emergency in Hong Kong and the suspension of 500 flights


Hong Kong authorities issued an ultimatum on Sunday morning "Winds"It is the highest level of warning with the approaching hurricane "Wafifa" From the southern coast of China, which prompted the government to close the nursery and suspend about 500 flights." target ="_Blank"> Hong Kong The hurricane "Wafifa" It was about 60 km from southeast Hong Kong at ten in the morning local time (02:00 GMT), and it is still intensifying with his approach to the coast of Guangdong Province in southern China. "T10"Noting that "Winds strong Hurricane " A medium speed of 118 km per hour or more expected.


A major threat to the city
It was expected to pass The hurricane south of Hong Kong during Sunday, about 50 km away, which constitutes "A big threat" For the city, which is a financial center. /> More than 200 people resorted to temporary shelters run by the government.

High waves

The local media reported that high waves were seen off the coast "Hing Fa Choen"It is a residential neighborhood located in the eastern part of Hong Kong Island. The last time the warning was raised to the level "T10" During the passage of the hurricane "Saturated" In the year 2023. for its part, the Philippine authorities announced the loss of two people after the Hurricane and Wiva.

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