The observatory downgraded Super Typhoon Yagi to a Strong Wind Signal No 3 at 12.40pm on Friday, but warned that rain would continue to affect Hong Kong for some time. "Strong winds are still blowing. Please do not relax taking precautions. It is not yet safe for small vessels to leave typhoon shelters," the observatory said. The storm warning downgrade came around 18 hours after the forecaster issued the first typhoon signal No 8 of the year. Authorities received 79 reports of fallen trees and a confirmed a case of flooding as of 10am, but no reports of landslides. Five people sought medical treatment at accident and emergency departments at public hospitals. The weather forecaster said the No 3 signal would remain in force some time. "When the threat posed by Yagi is further reduced, the observatory will issue the Standby Signal, No 1 or the Strong Monsoon Signal," it said.
