Hong Kong faced severe disruptions Sunday as Typhoon Weipa swept through southern China, bringing powerful winds and widespread chaos.
With sustained winds reaching 140 km per hour, the storm prompted the Hong Kong Observatory to issue its highest alert, a number 10 hurricane warning, as the storm’s eye passed just south of the city.
Major airports across the region canceled all daytime flights, leaving travelers stranded. High-speed train services also halted operations.
Over 200 residents sought shelter and dozens of reports highlighted fallen trees across Hong Kong. Authorities evacuated 12,000 fishermen to safer locations to protect them from the storm’s impact.
Typhoon Weipa gaining strength as it moved westward, passed near Macau and was expected to make landfall along China’s west coast by Sunday afternoon.
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Local governments remain on high alert, urging residents to stay cautious as the storm continues its path.
