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Here is the latest Tropical Cyclone Bulletin issued by the Hong Kong Observatory.

The Increasing Gale or Storm Signal, No. 9, was issued at 1:40 p.m.

This means that winds are expected to increase significantly as Nuri moves closer to Hong Kong.

At 4 p.m., Typhoon Nuri was centred about 20 kilometres east of Hong Kong. Nuri is expected to cross Hong Kong in the next few hours. Gales are affecting many parts of the territory, with storm force winds.

(Precautionary Announcements)

1. Do not go outside. If you are reasonably protected, stay where you are and keep well away from all windows. Close all interior doors and make sure children are confined to the least exposed part of your home. On no account should you touch electric cables that have been blown loose.

2. If the eye of the typhoon passes directly over Hong Kong, there may be a temporary lull lasting from a few minutes to several hours. This will be followed by a sudden resumption of violent winds from a different direction. Remain where you are if protected and be prepared for destructive winds and the change in wind directions. Listen to broadcast warnings.