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Under the combined effect of high tide and strong monsoon, flooding occurred in some parts of Hong Kong yesterday (February 27). Hong Kong Observatory forecasts that a high tide will occur again tonight (February 28), which will also coincide with the persistent strong monsoon, resulting in a rise in sea level similar to the situation yesterday.
The Drainage Services Department (DSD) advises that residents living in low-lying areas near the sea will be subject to slight flooding due to seawater back flow as a result of this increase in sea level. Residents in these areas should take necessary precautions as soon as possible in order to minimise losses.
Ends/Tuesday, February 28, 2006
Issued at HKT 18:30
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