Higher typhoon signal possible, depending on Saudel’s course after rare resurgence

Hong Kong’s weather forecaster may issue a higher typhoon signal closer to the weekend after Tropical Cyclone Saudel experienced a rare resurgence and could change its course over the South China Sea, edging towards the Pearl River Delta.

The Observatory said the standby No 1 typhoon signal would remain in force on Wednesday, as Saudel travelled across the northeastern South China Sea.

“Under the combined effect of Saudel and the northeast monsoon, local winds are occasionally strong offshore...