Josh Tenorio declared it at 1 p.m. Earlier in the morning, officials said they didn't have a set time to declare COR 4 as Super Typhoon Wutip made its way away from the island. Tenorio and Brig.

In addition to battering winds and torrential rains, Typhoon Mawar is raising the water level along the shores of Guam, creating what emergency officials describe as "life-threatening storm surge.

Hong Kong is expected to issue the No 1 typhoon warning signal on Tuesday evening, ahead of an intensifying tropical storm which will hit the city directly on Thursday, according to the Observatory.

The Hong Kong Observatory upgraded the typhoon warning signal ... had urgent needs to call the number as soon as possible. Services will be suspended if the No 8 signal comes into force.

There is no tropical storm activity for this region. Be prepared and learn helpful tips and information that will help you know what to do in the event of a storm-related emergency.

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