Hong Kong typhoon

2022 - 11 - 2

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Typhoon alert: How Hong Kong employers should make prior work ... (Human Resources Online)

The Hong Kong Observatory will consider issuing the No. 8 Gale or Storm Signal between noon and 2pm.

- Arrangements in respect of work from home (e.g. "As typhoons and rainstorms are natural occurrences that cannot be avoided, for employees who are not able to report for duty or resume work on time due to adverse weather conditions, employers should not withhold their wages, good attendance bonuses or allowances without reasons. Employers should also note that they have an obligation to provide and maintain a safe working environment for their employees under the Occupational Safety and Health Ordinance. "Under special situations, if it is necessary for employees to report for duty at workplaces under adverse weather conditions, employers should discuss with them in advance the duty arrangements and contingency measures. - Arrangements regarding working hours, wages and allowances (e.g. the number of hours within which employees should resume duty after the warning concerned is cancelled, and when safety and traffic conditions allow); 8 (T8) or higher is in force, employers should provide safe transport services for employees travelling to and from workplaces, or grant them an extra travelling allowance," said the spokesperson. These arrangements can not only ensure the safety of employees and smooth operation of establishments, but also are conducive to maintaining good labour-management relations. 8 Special Announcement is issued during working hours, which indicates a further worsening of weather conditions; Under the combined effect of Nalgae and the northeast monsoon, the Strong Wind Signal, No. - Take into account the safety of employees, including the feasibility for employees to travel to and from their workplaces or work from home in adverse weather in assessing the need for essential staff; - Arrangements in respect of resumption of work (e.g.

Hong Kong Scraps Afternoon Trading as Storm Nalgae Draws Near (Bloomberg)

Hong Kong closed its $4 trillion stock market early as severe tropical storm Nalgae moved closer on a day when the city hosted a top-level summit for global ...

The halt came as the Hang Seng Index had its best two-day 8 storm signal — its third-highest warning. scrapped afternoon trading of stocks and derivatives after the government raised the No.

Hong Kong to keep No 8 typhoon signal until at least 10pm as storm ... (South China Morning Post)

Classes, ferry services suspended, but banking summit and FinTech Week to proceed.

Hong Kong hoists T8 storm signal as Severe Tropical Storm Nalgae ... (Hong Kong Free Press)

Weather authorities reminded members of the public to avoid low-lying areas, and return home or stay in a safe place. A screenshot showing the ...

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Hong Kong businesses brace for Tropical Storm Nalgae impact (ABC News)

The Hong Kong Observatory raised its No. 8 typhoon signal, the third-highest warning under the city's weather system, Wednesday afternoon as Nalgae's maximum ...

(0900 GMT), was expected to bring winds with mean speeds of 63 kilometers (40 miles) per hour or more, according to the observatory in Hong Kong. Whether the signal would be downgraded later would hinge on the strength of the storm and its distance from the city, the observatory said. The Hong Kong Observatory raised a No. Afternoon trading was suspended in the “Nalgae will weaken gradually. The No.

Hong Kong Observatory considers issuing No. 8 typhoon warning ... (Coconuts)

The Hong Kong Observatory will consider issuing a No. 8 typhoon warning tomorrow as severe tropical storm Nalgae approaches Hong Kong.

Please stay alert and take note of the latest weather bulletin before departing tomorrow morning,” it said. Seas are rough with swells. 8 gale or storm signal during the day tomorrow.

Classes suspended as Hong Kong prepares for lashing from storm ... (The Star Online)

HONG KONG (China Daily/Asia News Network): The Education Bureau suspended classes in all schools in the city on Wednesday (Nov 2) as the Hong Kong ...

The Strong Wing Signal No 3 is currently in force. In case the Storm Signal No 8 is issued by the HKO, the delivery services and the "StayHomeSafe" hotline will be suspended. “Local winds will strengthen further.

Typhoon signal raised to T8, remain in force until 6pm (Hong Kong Standard)

At 2pm, Severe Tropical Storm Nalgae was centered about 170 kilometers south-southeast of Hong Kong and is forecast to move northwest at about 10 kilometers per ...

-Mui Wo to Cheung Chau: 12:15 pm (last departure) MTR’s rail and bus service frequencies are being increased to meet passenger demand. The original-scheduled departures this afternoon will be canceled. Showers over the territory are expected to become more frequent later today. Seas are very rough with swells. According to the latest forecast, Nalgae will be very close to the vicinity of the Pearl River Estuary tonight, skirting within around 150 kilometers to the south of Hong Kong.

Hong Kong's stock market halts trade when a typhoon warning is ... (CNBC)

The bourse suspended trade after the H.K. Observatory issued a Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8. Aguzin said new listing regimes for specialized technology ...

"What we're focusing on is the resiliency of Hong Kong – Hong Kong has proven time and time again that it can come back." Hong Kong has proven time and time again that it can come back," he said. "What we're trying to do is address high-quality companies that have great products," Aguzin said. The revisions include a lower threshold of revenue for commercialized firms in certain sectors, including next-generation information technology and advanced materials. "You can be assured that we're always looking into this." HKEX confirmed there will not be extended trading Wednesday. "I do believe in the long-term strength of our market and the special fundamentals that Hong Kong has as an international financial center." What we're focusing on is the resiliency of Hong Kong – Hong Kong has proven time and time again that it can come back.Nicolas AguzinCEO, HKEX "We have to balance the interest of the people, the security of the people, safety of the people," Aguzin said, adding that the bourse is "always evaluating" how to make Hong Kong a top global market. "We're always looking at how we can enhance the microstructure of our markets, to make sure that investors can participate all the time," Aguzin said. The Hong Kong Observatory has issued a Signal 8 or higher a total of [Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing](/quotes/388-HK/), said the bourse is "constantly" looking into reviewing this protocol that halts trade in its [$3.9 trillion stock market](https://www.hkex.com.hk/Market-Data/Statistics/Consolidated-Reports/Securities-Statistics-Archive/Market_capitalisation?sc_lang=en#select1=0) alongside other structural issues that investors face in Hong Kong.

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