Dear All Staff & Students,
According to the weather forecast by the Hong Kong Observatory in the morning of 31 August 2023, Super Typhoon Saola will move along the coast of eastern Guangdong slowly and edge close to Hong Kong in the next few days. Winds will strengthen further and there will be frequent heavy squally showers and storm surge over the coast of Guangdong. Wind force 10, and up to force 12 offshore and on high ground are expected on 1 & 2 September 2023.
In view of its moving speed and intensity, Saola is predicted to bring greater impacts with longer duration to Hong Kong than other tropical cyclones. As such, we would like to remind everyone to take extra safety precautionary measures. Please continue to take note of the latest weather forecast and follow the safety measures advised by the Government, and stay vigilant in this period.
While CDO and CFSO have been working hard with their contractors for securing the safety of their work sites and our campus, we would like to remind laboratory personnel to take the following precautionary measures before leaving the laboratory area:
- All gas cylinders and gas lines have been shut off and secured
- No experiments left unattended
- Sashes of fume cupboards have been closed completely
- Adequate supply of back-up power, gas(es) and water to critical equipment to avoid interruption
- Non-essential equipment has been switched off and unplugged, if possible
- Doors are locked to prevent unauthorized entry to laboratory area
Thank you for your attention.
Health & Safety Office
