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AfriHKa
Jul 12, 20242 min read
Hong Kong weather watchdog warns of possible typhoon formation on Sunday
Hong Kong Observatory warns of possible typhoon on Sunday. There was a warning by Hong Kong Observatory that there may be formation of...
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AfriHKa
Jul 12, 20244 min read
More than 60 people are missing in Nepal as heavy rainfall triggered landslide, crashing buses into river
Rescuers are making effort to search for the survival in the river. Rajesh Ghimire/Agence France-Presse via NYT Getty Images A landslide...
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AfriHKa
Jul 7, 20242 min read
Sunday's temperature breaks yesterday's record for highest temperature of the year
The temperature on Sunday moved up to 34.8°C, breaking 2024 record set yesterday. The temperature also reached up to 35°C in some parts...
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AfriHKa
Jul 5, 20242 min read
Hong Kong records hottest day of the year with temperature reaching 34.6°C
The hottest day of the year was recorded in Hong Kong on Friday as the temperature climbed to 34.6 °C in urban areas while some areas of...
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AfriHKa
Jul 3, 20242 min read
Hong Kong's temperature expected to be equal in record with 2016 for hottest ‘minor heat’ day in Chinese solar calendar this week
Hong Kong's temperature is anticipated to be equal to the record marked in 2016 for its hottest “minor heat” day in the traditional...
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AfriHKa
Jun 28, 20242 min read
Hong Kong Observatory said waterspout sighted over the seas west of Hong Kong on Friday
Waterspout was spotted over the seas west of Hong Kong on Friday, it was last reported on April 22 in waters off Sai Kung’s Clear Water...
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AfriHKa
Jun 28, 20242 min read
Call to Protect Elderly as Temperatures Soar to 35°C
As the mercury is forecasted to climb up to 35°C over the upcoming weekend, authorities are urging the public to pay extra attention to...
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AfriHKa
Jun 27, 20243 min read
Travellers in and out of Hong Kong can now include liquids, electronics devices in their hand bags
People travelling in and out of Hong Kong by air will now be allowed to put things such as electronics and liquids in their handbags from...
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AfriHKa
Jun 27, 20243 min read
Uncertain Typhoon Trends Raise Concerns in the Philippines Region
Hong Kong, 2024-06-26 - As the weekend approaches, weather forecasters are anticipating potentially volatile tropical cyclone activity...
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AfriHKa
Jun 26, 20242 min read
New Territories Braces for Scorching Temperatures
Hong Kong, 26 June 2024 - The Hong Kong Observatory has issued a Very Hot Weather Warning signal as the New Territories region prepares...
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AfriHKa
Jun 21, 20242 min read
Hong Kong Observatory issued a "very hot weather" warning on Friday, which continues through the weekend
Hong Kong Observatory forecasts the temperatures may rise to 34°C on Saturday and Sunday. The "very hot weather" warning was issued by...
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AfriHKa
Jun 21, 20243 min read
Hong Kong Braces for Potential Typhoon Next Week Despite Conflicting Forecasts
June 21, 2024 - As the summer solstice approaches, Hong Kong faces the prospect of a looming tropical cyclone in the South China Sea,...
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AfriHKa
Jun 17, 20242 min read
Scorching Temperatures Ahead: Hong Kong Forecast to Sizzle Under 34°C
Residents of Hong Kong are bracing for scorching temperatures this week as forecasts indicate a heatwave is descending on the region. The...
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AfriHKa
Jun 13, 20242 min read
Hong Kong Observatory forecasts showers, squally thunderstorms in the coming days
AfriHKanews. File photo. Hong kong Observatory said as a southwesterly airstream off the coast of Guangdong province continues to affect...
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AfriHKa
Jun 3, 20241 min read
An amber rainstorm signal issued on Monday morning, warning of flooding risk in some low-lying parts of city
An amber rainstorm signal has been issued by Hong Kong weather watchdog on Monday morning, adding that city to expect flooding in some...
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AfriHKa
Jun 2, 20241 min read
Hong Kong woman died after fire broke out in her subdivided flat
A Hong Kong woman died after a fire broke out from her sub-divided flat at Fa Yuen Street building, Mong Kok on Sunday morning. Police...
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AfriHKa
May 31, 20242 min read
Hong Kong to be ready for T3 typhoon signal on Friday afternoon, as tropical depression approaches southern China, Observatory says
Hong Kong Observatory is anticipated to issue a No 3 typhoon signal as early as 4 pm on Friday as local winds are probably to get...
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AfriHKa
May 30, 20242 min read
Hong Kong motorcyclist died and his brother injured after their motorbike crashed into road barrier in Yuen Long
Pok Oi Hospital where the the 33-year-old motorcyclist was certified dead. A motorcyclist, 33 was killed on Hong Kong road while his...
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AfriHKa
May 30, 20241 min read
The first typhoon signal of the year may be issued if tropical depression develops, Observatory says
Hong Kong Observatory has indicated that Number 1 typhoon signal, the first alert of the year may be issued if a tropical depression...
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AfriHKa
May 30, 20243 min read
Thailand implements visa-free measures for 93 countries
Thailand authorities released on Wednesday newly introduced visa waiver measures for a total of 93 countries in efforts to boost tourism...
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