Hong Kong rainstorm aftermath: downpours flood 8 areas but roads reopen later as residents return to work, school after record deluge last week
- Drainage Services Department sent 15 teams to deal with flooding in Tseung Kwan O and Sai Kung, acting director says
- More than 100mm of rain recorded in Sai Kung in one hour
Heavy downpours caused flooding at eight locations in Sai Kung, Tseung Kwan O and Kwun Tong on Monday morning but all roads had reopened by the afternoon, Hong Kong authorities said, as commuters across the city returned to work and school after a record-breaking rainstorm last week.
The Drainage Services Department sent 15 teams to deal with flooding in Tseung Kwan O and Sai Kung, with water one metre (3.2 feet) deep in some areas, acting director Chui Si-kay said.
“The main reason for flooding incidents this time was the heavy rain, which washed fallen leaves and rubbish into drains, leading to obstructions and water accumulation in local areas,” Chui said, noting rainfall in Tseung Kwan O had exceeded 70mm (2.8 inches) an hour.
The eight locations affected were To Lok Road, Po Lam Road, Po Lam Road North, Kowloon-bound Tseung Kwan O Road, Ho Chung Road, Ho Chung New Village, Clear Water Bay Road and Hoi Yuen Road, Chui said.
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The Observatory said it recorded more than 100mm of rain in Sai Kung between 8.50am and 9.50am, warning it would be particularly heavy there and at Tap Mun (Grass Island) in Tai Po district.