The Observatory said on Saturday that the Strong Wind Signal No. 3 will stay in place at least until 10 pm, adding that local winds are expected to strengthen with a few squally showers in Hong Kong, as the winds veer to the east later on. However, it expects the winds to ease off gradually on Sunday morning as Trami leaves. Earlier, the forecaster had issued the Strong Wind Signal No. 3 at 10.40 am on Saturday, after Trami intensified into a typhoon in the morning, skirting to the south of Hong Kong at a distance of about 500 kilometres. The Education Bureau said kindergartens and schools for children with physical and intellectual disabilities were suspended for the day. The organiser of the Hong Kong Food Carnival said the event has been postponed due to the typhoon. The Tourism Commission said the light-and-sound show, "A Symphony of Lights", will be cancelled. The Harbour Lounge at the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival is also closed, but the doors of the festival remain open as usual.
