HONG KONG – A severe typhoon made landfall in southern China on Sunday, inundating millions in the densely populated coastal cities with heavy rain, after ripping through Hong Kong and leaving at least 64 dead in the northern Philippines. Hong Kong authorities were surveying the extent of Typhoon Mangkhut’s damage to this city of 7.3 million as winds of up to 190 km an hour shook buildings, caused storm surges and fell trees across roads and pavements. Though rains had died down by Sunday evening, gusts were still blowing through the city of Hong Kong. Hong Kong authorities say 284 people have sought treatment for minor injuries at hospitals. Flights were canceled at Hong Kong International Airport, a major transportation hub for the region.

Source: National Post September 17, 2018 16:52 UTC