It's been 4 weeks since we don't have a dry weekend. It's getting annoying.
I have forgotten how long I have not gone to work without my umbrella.
Umbrella is an evil invention. Here is why:
Imagine, some stranger stands beside you and holds an umbella with his elbow right next to your face. The rain supposed falling on that person's head, now is pouring at your shoes. You are abided to mirror the actions to those around you the same time.
My conclusion?
Umbrella should be banned from using in busy area like Mong Kok
or, stay at home during weekends. :(
It was hoisting an AMBER signal for sometime today.
From Hong Kong Observatory:
"The rainy season in Hong Kong is normally between April and September. Rain could be particularly heavy and persistent during May and June, causing severe traffic disruption and on occasions major floods and landslips resulting in casualties.
The rainstorm warning system is designed to alert the public about the occurrence of heavy rain which is likely to bring about major disruptions, and to ensure a state of readiness within the essential services to deal with emergencies. It is independent of other severe weather warnings such as tropical cyclone warning and landslip warning, which will be issued separately where necessary.
There are three levels of warning: AMBER, RED and BLACK.
The AMBER signal gives alert about potential heavy rain that may develop into RED or BLACK signal situations. There will be flooding in some low-lying and poorly drained areas. Key Government departments and major transport and utility operators are put on alert.
The RED and BLACK signals warn the public of heavy rain which is likely to bring about serious road flooding and traffic congestion. They will trigger response actions by Government departments and major transport and utility operators. The public will be given clear advice on the appropriate actions to take.
Once issued, the signals are broadcast over radio and television. For your own safety, listen to radio or television announcements for the latest information. ..."
