DSD Activates Emergency Centre, No Flooding Cases Confirmed

The Drainage Services Department (DSD) reported that the Hong Kong Observatory issued a Red Rainstorm Warning Signal at 1:15 AM on August 18, 2025. The DSD’s Emergency Control Centre was activated immediately, deploying 90 emergency response teams to handle public assistance requests, clear potential flooding, and inspect approximately 240 flood-prone locations across Hong Kong.

As of 3:30 AM, no flooding cases were confirmed, according to the DSD.

The DSD stated it will maintain close coordination with the Observatory and Highways Department amid unstable weather, remaining on high alert and ready to dispatch teams to address flooding promptly. The public is urged to keep drainage channels clear and avoid placing debris that could block drains. In cases of severe flooding, residents should evacuate quickly and report incidents to the 24-hour drainage hotline at 2300 1110.