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Hong Kong Reopens After Typhoon Ragasa
Hong Kong began reopening on Thursday after a 36-hour shutdown triggered by Super Typhoon Ragasa, considered the strongest tropical cyclone of 2025. Businesses, public transport, and certain schools resumed operations as the storm weakened.
Airport, Flights, And Transport
The Hong Kong International Airport restarted operations from 6 a.m., with all three runways in use. Over 1,000 flights are expected through Friday to clear the backlog. During the shutdown, flights were grounded and many aircraft were evacuated to safer locations.
Impact And Damage
The typhoon struck with full force: over 100 people were injured in Hong Kong. The city’s highest typhoon warning, Signal No. 10, stayed in place for much of Wednesday. Coastal flooding submerged roads and parts of the city, and trees fell across many districts. At the Fullerton Hotel, seawater entered the lobby, shattering glass doors.
Storm Track And Wider Toll
Ragasa hit Taiwan earlier, where at least 17 people died after a barrier lake overflowed and triggered flash flooding. The storm later made landfall in Yangjiang, southern China, before moving inland. In mainland China, millions have been evacuated, especially in Guangdong province.
Recovery Efforts Underway
Emergency crews continue clearing more than 1,000 fallen trees and repairing damaged roads. Authorities are managing flood responses and restoring infrastructure. Schools and services remain partially suspended in some areas as signals are further lowered and safety checks continue.
