Second-highest storm alert raised as roads flood

Hong Kong issued its first red rainstorm warning of the year on May 4 as downpours caused flooding in areas of the territory, shutting roads and disrupting public transportation.

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The Hong Kong Observatory raised the red signal at about 9am local time, which signified downpours of more than 50mm had fallen and more rain was expected across the city. Red is the second highest storm risk level.

Almost seven hours later, the signal was lowered to amber, which signified that heavy rain has fallen or is expected to fall generally over Hong Kong exceeding 30mm in an hour.