{
  "id": 248524,
  "title": "Temperatures could hit 36 degrees Celsius in Hong Kong over extremely hot weekend",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/07/temperatures-could-hit-36-degrees-celsius-in-hong-kong-over-extremely",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-07T03:40:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "South China Morning Post",
    "slug": "south-china-morning-post",
    "url": "https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3363247/temperatures-could-hit-36-degrees-celsius-hong-kong-over-extremely-hot-weekend"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Temperatures in Hong Kong are expected to soar to 36 degrees Celsius or higher over the weekend due to the effects of Tropical Cyclone Dolphin, according to local forecasters. The Hong Kong Observatory issued a warning to residents to be cautious and take steps to avoid heatstroke, particularly during outdoor activities. Weak winds are anticipated to linger over the city on Friday, with the hot weather expected to continue for several days. The tropical storm is projected to move across the Ryukyu Islands and the East China Sea before reaching the Zhejiang and northern Fujian regions. The Observatory noted that the intense heat on Friday aligns with a date on the Chinese lunar calendar marking the official start of autumn. Forecasts predict a high of 34 degrees Celsius on Friday, with isolated showers predicted for next Tuesday and a southwesterly wind affecting the Guangdong coast midweek.",
  "summary": "Temperatures in some parts of Hong Kong could hit 36 degrees Celsius (97 Fahrenheit) or above over the coming weekend under the influence of Tropical Cyclone Dolphin, according to the city’s forecaster, which warned residents to take precautions against heatstroke. The Hong Kong Observatory said weak winds would linger over the city on Friday, with hot weather persisting over the next few days…",
  "key_points": [
    "Temperatures in Hong Kong to reach 36°C or higher over weekend",
    "Tropical Cyclone Dolphin causing extreme heat",
    "Hong Kong Observatory warns of heatstroke risks"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The hot weather warning signals a hazardous few days for residents, especially those engaging in outdoor activities, as heatstroke risks rise with soaring temperatures and weak winds.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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