Hong Kong experienced severe flooding after record levels of rainfall fell in the wake of Super Typhoon Haikui. The heavy rain resulted in two deaths and 110 injuries, as well as the closure of schools and workplaces. Emergency services received over 1,000 calls for help, with the city experiencing its heaviest rainfall since records began in 1884. Videos and photos on social media showed streets turning into raging torrents, subway stations flooding, and vehicles submerged. The government faced criticism for its slow response and lack of warning, but officials stated that predicting such heavy rainfall is challenging.

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