Tropical Cyclone Chaba roundup

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     As Tropical Cyclone Chaba is moving away from Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Observatory issued the Strong Wind Signal No. 3 at 4.20pm today (July 2). It replaced the No. 8 Southeast Gale or Storm Signal issued at 7.10pm yesterday (July 1).

     The Home Affairs Department has opened 25 temporary shelters in various districts and 88 people have sought refuge.

     As at 4pm today, the 1823 Government Call Centre has received 45 reports of fallen trees. The Drainage Services Department has confirmed one flooding case. No report of landslide has been received.

     According to the Hospital Authority, as at 4.30pm today, three people (two men and one woman) have been injured during the typhoon period and received medical treatment at the Accident and Emergency Department of public hospitals.

Ends/Saturday, July 2, 2022
Issued at HKT 16:57

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