Bad Weather Arrangement
Typhoons
The Hong Kong Observatory uses numbers 1, 3, 8, 9 and 10 to signify the strength of a tropical cyclone in the vicinity of Hong Kong.
When the No.8 signal is issued, winds are normally expected to reach gale force generally in Hong Kong within 12 hours after No.8 signal replaces No.3 signal. The Observatory will make a pre-No.8 special announcement when the No.8 signal is expected within two hours.
Rainstorms
There are three levels of warning: AMBER, RED and BLACK. The RED and BLACK signals warn the public of heavy rain which is likely to bring about serious road flooding and traffic congestion.
The weather warning signals will trigger response actions by Government departments and major transport and utility operators. The public will be given clear advice on the appropriate actions to take. Once issued, the signals are broadcast over radio and television.
Bad Weather Arrangement
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Typhoon Signal |
The Conference remains open |
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Pre-Typhoon Signal No. 8 or Typhoon Signal No. 8 |
Issued during the Conference |
The Conference will close in 1 hour, |
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Issued at or before 7:00am |
The Conference will be closed for the morning session |
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Cancelled at or before 12:00pm |
The sessions after 2:00pm will be resumed |
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Cancelled after 12:00pm |
The Conference remains closed |
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Amber or Red Rainstorm |
The Conference remains open |
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Black Rainstorm |
Issued during the Conference |
The Conference remains open |
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Issued at or before 7:00am |
The Conference will be closed for the morning session |
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Lowered at or before 12:00pm |
The sessions after 2:00pm will be resumed |
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Lowered after 12:00pm |
The Conference remains closed |
The organiser will make announcement via email / at the venue to inform delegates and exhibitors of the bad weather arrangement.