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Tropical Storm Tapah Hits Hong Kong, Causes Disruptions

9/8/2025

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Tropical Storm Tapah hit Hong Kong on September 8, 2025, triggering Typhoon Signal No. 8.
The storm caused heavy rain and winds, leading to school closures and halted public transport.
The Hong Kong Observatory recorded winds of 101 kph and gusts up to 151 kph.
Minimal damage occurred, with no significant flooding or landslides reported.
Tapah made landfall in Guangdong and moved away by midday, downgrading the warning to Signal No. 3 by 1:10 PM.
Around 100 flights were canceled, and residents were urged to secure their homes and monitor updates.

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Tropical Storm Tapah hit Hong Kong on September 8, 2025, triggering Typhoon Signal No. 8.
The storm caused heavy rain and winds, leading to school closures and halted public transport.
The Hong Kong Observatory recorded winds of 101 kph and gusts up to 151 kph.
Minimal damage occurred, with no significant flooding or landslides reported.
Tapah made landfall in Guangdong and moved away by midday, downgrading the warning to Signal No. 3 by 1:10 PM.
Around 100 flights were canceled, and residents were urged to secure their homes and monitor updates.