Typhoon Nesat swept past Hong Kong today, closing markets, schools and most businesses after passing through the Philippines where it left at least 18 dead.
Financial markets, government offices and schools are expected to remain closed this morning as Nesat made its way past Hong Kong en route to south China, where it is expected to hit Hainan Island.
No deaths were reported in Hong Kong, but local television showed footage of at least two people who were hospitalised after being hit by falling debris as a result of the strong winds.
The tropical cyclone on Tuesday hit the Philippines, where it caused an estimated $2.3 million (€1.6 million) in damage to agriculture.
No deaths were reported in Hong Kong, but local television showed footage of at least two people who were hospitalised after being hit by falling debris as a result of the strong winds in Kowloon.
Hong Kong's dominant airline Cathay Pacific said all its flights operating to and from the city were operating as normal. The Hong Kong International Airport's website showed at least 40 departing flights were delayed.
Ferry terminals that link Hong Kong to Macau, south China and outlying islands were also closed, the territory's government said in a statement.
Neighbouring Macau was also affected, with schools and businesses at the former Portugese colony also closed.
Tropical cyclones regularly hit Hong Kong, the Philippines and other coastal regions of south China in summer and early in autumn.
Reuters