Yellow Rainstorm signal raises travel disruption risk across Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Observatory’s Yellow Rainstorm Warning, issued at midday on 19 May, signals heavy downpours that could disrupt flights, ferries and land-border shuttles. Travellers should expect potential delays of 15–25 minutes at HKIA and possible shuttle suspensions at border crossings. Companies with staff on the move should activate wet-weather contingency plans and monitor updates for any escalation.
May 20, 2026
