Typhoon Ragasa batters Hong Kong and south China after killing dozens in Taiwan and the Philippines
Typhoon Ragasa batters Hong Kong and south China after killing dozens in Taiwan and the Philippines

Typhoon Ragasa has caused widespread destruction in Hong Kong and southern China after killing dozens of people in Taiwan and the Philippines. Schools, factories, and transportation services were suspended as winds and waves battered the regions. The typhoon is forecast to keep moving west, affecting train services and prompting relief efforts.
In Hong Kong, residents woke early due to the fierce winds. Strong winds blew away parts of a pedestrian bridge's roof and knocked down hundreds of trees across the city. Streets in Macao turned into streams with debris floating on the water. Rescue crews deployed inflatable boats to save those who were trapped.