The Library will make the following special arrangements when Typhoon Signal No. 8 or above, "Extreme Conditions", or Black Rainstorm Warning is issued.
Typhoon Signal No. 8 or Above / "Extreme Conditions"
| Time of hoisting / lowering / cancelled | Library will | Late Reading Room will |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-No. 8 Typhoon Warning Signal is issued 2 hours before Opening Hours | remain closed | remain open in normal circumstances |
| Typhoon Signal No.8 or above is hoisted / "Extreme Conditions" are in force before Opening Hours | ||
| Pre-No. 8 Typhoon Warning Signal is issued when the Library is open | close within 1 hour after the issuance of the Warning Signal | |
| Typhoon Signal No.8 or above hoisted / "Extreme Conditions" are in force when the Library is open | close immediately | |
| Typhoon Signal No.8 or above is lowered / "Extreme Conditions" are cancelled before 4:00 p.m. (Monday – Friday) | open as soon as practicable within 2 hours | |
| Typhoon Signal No.8 or above is lowered / "Extreme Conditions" are cancelled before 1:00 p.m. (Saturday – Sunday) |
Black Rainstorm Warning
| Time in force / lowering | Library will | Late Reading Room will |
|---|---|---|
| Black Rainstorm Warning is in force before Opening Hours | remain closed | remain open in normal circumstances |
| Black Rainstorm Warning is in force when the Library is open | remain open | |
| Black Rainstorm Warning is lowered before 4:00 p.m. (Monday – Friday) | open as soon as practicable within 2 hours | |
| Black Rainstorm Warning is lowered before 1:00 p.m. (Saturday – Sunday) |