Anyone who has spent a summer in Hong Kong knows the weather can be quite exciting. The Hong Kong Observatory issues rain weather warnings which can impact kids' schooling and commuting adults' journeys. But what do the warnings actually mean? This post is focused on rain warnings. To find out about typhoon warnings, click here.
Kids Schooling
AMBER RAIN
Amber suggests heavy rain has fallen or is expected, but schools remain open. Keep an eye on the Observatory as this would worsen to RED or BLACK
RED RAIN or BLACK RAIN
If a signal is issued during the following periods, it means that students need not attend school.
5:30am and before 8:00am. Morning and Whole-day Schools STAY HOME At or after 10:30 am and before 1:00 pm. Afternoon only school kids STAY HOME
After 8:00am
Morning and Whole-day Schools should STAY AT SCHOOL
After 1:00pm
Afternoon kids should STAY IN SCHOOL
Adult Work
AMBER RAIN
Go to work. Take an umbrella and maybe bring some spare shoes.
RED RAIN
Go to work by boat, but still go to work.
BLACK RAIN Stay at home and start building the ark. Be weary of landslides and keep yourself safe.
To find out about typhoon warnings, click here.