Slip and fall prevention
Secure loose items before a typhoon
During Signal No. 3, bring pots, drying racks, and loose balcony or window-side items indoors or fasten them securely.
Last reviewed: 2026-08-20
Why it matters
Strong winds can blow objects down, injure people, or break glass.
Wrong action
Unsafe: Waiting for gale winds before going outside or merely leaning items against a wall.
Correct action
During Signal No. 3, bring pots, drying racks, and loose balcony or window-side items indoors or fasten them securely.
What to do
- Follow the latest HKO signal and act before winds strengthen.
- During Signal No. 3, bring pots, drying racks, and loose balcony or window-side items indoors or fasten them securely.
- Finish early following HKO updates and keep stored items away from corridors and exits. Afterward, remain in a safe place indoors.
If something happens
If glass breaks or debris enters, retreat to an internal safe place away from windows; call 999 for serious injury.
Sources and review
- Hong Kong Observatory — Precautionary Measures when Tropical Cyclone Warning Signals Are in Force
Last reviewed: 2026-08-20
This page provides general home-safety information and does not replace medical, legal, electrical, or other professional advice.
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