Typhoons and Terror: Hong Kong's Close Calls The recent approach of Typhoon Noul has put Hong Kong's storm preparedness to the test, raising concerns about the city's ability to respond to natural disasters.
Despite downgrading the No 9 signal, residents can't help but feel uneasy when massive storms come close.
Noul's proximity to the city – just 80km away – is striking, particularly since it's now the third closest approach by a major storm this century. However, what does this say about Hong Kong's preparedness?