BBC News
By Kelly N
September 8, 2023
Hong Kong and cities across southern China are battling flooding caused by the heaviest rains in over 140 years.
On Friday, streets and subway stations were under water in Hong Kong as officials shut schools and workplaces.
Emergency services said more than 100 people had been taken to hospital and several rescues had taken place – with a black weather warning issued.
Pictures show the rain turning streets into raging rivers, flooding shopping centres and public transport.