The current temperature drop in Macau has triggered the “yellow” cold weather alert and the opening of the city’s cold shelter in Ilha Verde district.
The Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) said in a statement yesterday that it has issued a “yellow” cold weather warning, which means that it expects chilly weather to continue for the next few days, with the temperature dropping to 12 degrees Celsius or below. The public are advised to wear more clothing to keep warm, the bureau said.
With the drop in temperature expected to continue, the observatory has issued several general reminders for the public. It recommended, among other things, dressing appropriately in warm layers and being mindful of the large temperature difference between day and night, particularly during colder mornings and evenings, the bureau said.
Moreover, members of the public using heaters are reminded to do so carefully and to maintain indoor ventilation. Those in need of assistance are advised to consult social welfare services.
Meanwhile, in response to the cold temperature, the government’s cold shelter opened its doors during the night three times from New Year’s Day to Saturday last week, according to a reply from the Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) to the Post. During that period, 15 people used the overnight service.
Users of the cold shelter are provided with hot tea and cup noodles free of charges.
This image downloaded from the local observatory’s website last night shows the “yellow” cold weather alert.
