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Strong Wind Signal, No. 3 was updated at 11:45 a.m. on 14 NovemberHere is the latest Tropical Cyclone Warning Bulletin issued by the Hong Kong Observatory.The Strong Wind Signal, No. 3 is in force.This means that winds with mean speeds of 41 to 62 kilometres per hour are expected.At noon, Tropical Storm Toraji was estimated to be about 130 kilometres south of Hong Kong (near 21.1 degrees north 114.0 degrees east) and is forecast to move west slowly across the seas south of Hong Kong. Toraji continues to weaken. Local winds are expected to moderate gradually but local winds remain generally strong at first with occasional gale force winds at offshore areas and on high ground. The Strong Wind Signal, No. 3 will remain in force for most of the time during the day today. When the threat posed to Hong Kong by Toraji is further reduced, the Observatory will issue the Standby Signal, No. 1 or cancel all tropical cyclone warning signals. Locally, there will be occasional squally showers today. Seas are rough with swells. Members of the public are advised to stay away from the shoreline and not to engage in water sports.In the past hour, the maximum sustained winds recorded at Waglan Island, Cheung Chau Beach and Tap Mun were 64, 60 and 58 kilometres per hour with maximum gusts exceeding 71, 75 and 68 kilometres per hour respectively.1. Tropical cyclone brought different degrees of damages to Hong Kong. There may be hidden danger. Members of the public should remain on the alert for assurance of personal safety.2. Strong winds are still blowing. You should not relax taking precautions. Beware of falling objects in winds. Do not touch electric cables that have been blown loose.3. Avoid staying in areas exposed to high winds. Drivers using highways and flyovers should be alert to violent gusts.4. It is not yet safe for small vessels to leave typhoon shelters.5. Listen to radio, watch TV or browse the Hong Kong Observatory's website and mobile app for the latest information on the tropical cyclone.

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