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Black storm warning paralyses Hong Kong as torrential rain triggers floods and landslides

Hong Kong came to a standstill on Tuesday as torrential rain pounded the city for the second time in less than six hours, ...
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Asia hit by extreme weather: Heatwaves in some places, floods in others

Several countries across Aisa are facing extreme weather conditions, some are battling deadly heat, others are dealing with ...

From heatwaves to floods: Extreme weather sweeps across Asia

This pattern is especially pronounced in Asia, which according to the World Meteorological Organization is warming nearly ...

Record-setting rain pummels Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Observatory says it has recorded 355.7mm of rainfall, making it the highest daily rainfall recorded for August ...

Record-breaking deluge in Hong Kong wreaks havoc with 11-hour black rainstorm signal

Record-breaking torrential downpours hit Hong Kong on Tuesday and brought the city to a standstill with its second-longest black rainstorm warning in effect for more than 11 hours, as authorities ...

Black rain alert issued twice in 6 hrs: Heavy rains batter Hong Kong; flights delayed, public services hit

Hong Kong Observatory issued a black rainstorm signal for the second time in six hours on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, as ...