Heavy rain and thunderstorms expected in Hong Kong on Thursday and Friday

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The Hong Kong Observatory has warned that the city will be hit by torrential rain and squally thunderstorms on Thursday and Friday as Tropical Depression Danas gradually reaches Guangdong province.

The forecaster also said on Wednesday it might issue a strong monsoon signal, depending on local changes in the wind.

“According to the present forecast, Danas will move west-southwest, enter Guangdong and weaken gradually on Wednesday and Thursday. Its remnant may then skirt near Guangzhou,” it said.

“The active southwest monsoon to its south will generally affect the vicinity of the Pearl River Estuary [on Thursday] and Friday. There will be torrential rain and squally thunderstorms over the territory.”

Danas means “to experience” or “to feel” in Tagalog.