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Stormsurge
Local Warning of Stormsurge
Blue storm surge warning is still in force. (Updated 2024-11-19 05:00)
Blue storm surge warning is still in force. (Updated 2024-11-19 05:00) Forecast:
Flooding will occur in low-lying areas between 11-19 21:00 and 11-20 02:00.The highest flooding level will be below 0.5m.
Affected areas
Macao peninsula:
Barrier Gate Plaza Tunnel, Patane, Inner Harbour, Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro ( near Templo do Bazar ), Rua do Almirante Sergio ( near Ponte e Horta ).
Taipa:
Entrance of Sai Van Bridge, regions around Rua da Ponte Negra and some nearshore regions.
Coloane:
Some nearshore regions.
Precautions
Take precautionary measures, such as moving objects to places that prevent flooding;
Avoid parking cars in an area prone to flooding or underground car parks;
Power supply system of buildings may be affected by flooding and cut-off, elevator(lifts) should be avoided;
Avoid heading to areas affected by flooding, such as basements and low-lying district;
Pay attention to the “Storm Surge” warning information closely.
Illustration of Storm Surge Warning Levels
Considering meteorological characteristics as well as the geographical location and practical situation of Macao, following warning levels had been developed:
Blue | First Level Warning / Blue | The water level is expected to be below 0.5 meter above road level. |
Yellow | Second Level Warning / Yellow | The water level is expected to be 0.5 to 1.0 meter above road level. |
Orange | Third Level Warning / Orange | The water level is expected to be 1.0 to 1.5 meter above road level. |
Red | Fourth Level Warning / Red | The water level is expected to be 1.5 to 2.5 meter above road level. |
Black | Fifth Level Warning / Black | The water level is expected to be above 2.5 meter from road level. |
Fore-mentioned data refers to those received from above Inner Harbour Road Level.
Different levels of Storm Surge Warning are being issued so as to advise all residents taking appropriate precautions promptly.
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