Hong Kong witnessed a historic rainfall event, with over 130 affected and at least two casualties reported. The Hong Kong Observatory issued a rare "black" storm warning, the first since October 2021, as heavy rains poured in, recording 158.1 millimeters in just one hour and up to 500 millimeters in some areas within 24 hours.
According to South China Morning Post, the black storm warning remained in effect for over 12 hours by noon on September 8, breaking a record set in 1999 (5 hours and 47 minutes). The relentless downpours caused severe flooding, impacting streets, roads, railway stations, and shopping centers, leading to the suspension of public transportation services.
As a precaution, daytime schools were closed, and companies were advised to allow employees to work from home. Both the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and HKEX suspended trading due to the adverse weather conditions.
Videos on social media show people seeking refuge on cars and elevated platforms to escape rising floodwaters. Earlier, Daryo reported that the heavy rainfall was attributed to the remnants of Typhoon "Haikui," with Typhoon "Saola" also affecting Hong Kong the previous week.
Neighboring Shenzhen experienced its highest rainfall since 1952.
