Macau Issues Typhoon Signal No. 1 as Saudel Approaches
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Summary
The Macau Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau issued Typhoon Signal No. 1 at 6:30 PM on August 31 in response to Tropical Depression Saudel, which is currently affecting the northern part of the South China Sea . The bureau predicts a moderate probability of upgrading to Signal No. 3 between the early hours and morning of September 1 as the storm system approaches closer to Macau .
Key Points
- The bureau issued Signal No. 1 at 6:30 PM on August 31, expected to remain in effect through the night .
- At 5 PM, Tropical Depression Saudel was located approximately 480 kilometres southwest of Macau, moving eastward at about 20 kilometres per hour .
- The storm is forecast to pass within approximately 300 kilometres south of Macau tomorrow morning (September 1) before tracking east toward the northeastern South China Sea .
- Macau will experience gradually strengthening winds tomorrow with intermittent showers and thunderstorms due to the combined influence of the tropical cyclone and the northeast monsoon .
- Wind speeds may reach Force 6 with gusts during periods of rain band activity; the probability of issuing a Blue Storm Surge Warning remains low .
Why It Matters
Residents and visitors in Macau should monitor official meteorological updates and take necessary precautions, as the storm system may intensify and require an upgrade to Signal No. 3, which would trigger additional emergency measures and potentially affect outdoor activities and transportation .
Residents and visitors in Macau should monitor official meteorological updates and take necessary precautions, as the storm system may intensify and require an upgrade to Signal No. 3, which would trigger additional emergency measures and potentially affect outdoor activities and transportation .