Typhoon Saola situation report (1)

     The Hong Kong Observatory issued No. 8 Northwest Gale or Storm Signal at 2.40am today (September 1).

     The Home Affairs Department has so far opened 33 temporary shelters in various districts and 147 people have sought refuge at the shelters.

     As at 6am today, no reports of fallen trees, landslide or flooding have been received so far. 

     According to the Hospital Authority, as at 4.40am today, no people have sought medical treatment at public hospitals during the typhoon period.