Typhoon Wipha roundup

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     As Typhoon Wipha is moving away from Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Observatory issued the Strong Wind Signal No. 3 at 7.40pm today (July 20). It replaced the No. 8 Southeast Gale or Storm Signal at 4.10pm today.

     As at 7pm today, the Home Affairs Department has opened 34 temporary shelters in various districts and 277 people have sought refuge at the shelters.

     As at 8pm today, the Government's 1823 Call Centre and the Fire Services Department received 286 reports and 425 reports of fallen trees respectively, while the Drainage Services Department has received seven confirmed flooding cases. In addition, no report of landslide has been received so far.

     According to the Hospital Authority, as at 7.40pm today, 33 people (18 men and 15 women) have been injured during the typhoon period and received medical treatment at the Accident and Emergency Department of public hospitals.

Ends/Sunday, July 20, 2025
Issued at HKT 20:46

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