With wind speeds of 240 km/h, the Weather Bureau is expected to hoist a tropical cyclone signal today. Meanwhile, Hong Kong has suspended several high-speed train services to mainland China.
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Due to strong winds and gusts, all drivers are advised to pay attention to road safety, motorcyclists urged to use designated motorcycle lanes on Sai Van Bridge.
Typhoon Ma-on will enter within 800 kilometres of Macao this evening with a chance of storm surge in the city.
Typhoon Ma-on predicted to enter the northern part of South China Sea midweek but its path and intensity are still uncertain.
Macao should expect wet and windy weather today, with some thunderstorms; hoisting Signal No 3 likely this afternoon, forecasters say.
Typhoon Signal No 3 likely tomorrow, No 8 possible at the weekend; residents warned to beware of flooding.
Tropical cyclone developing near Philippines expected to enter South China Sea mid-week; may affect coastal areas from Guangdong to Fujian provinces at weekend.
Tropical cyclone signal no.1 will be issued at 7 p.m., according to Macao Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG).
Tropical storm Pakhar lashed Macau with strong winds but no severe damage or injuries have been sustained. Typhoon no. 8 lasted seven hours between 6am and 1pm on Sunday.
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