Typhoon Noul makes landfall in southern China, causing widespread disruption

Typhoon Noul made landfall early on July 26 in southern China, unleashing heavy rainfall and gale-force winds across Guangdong province and the neighboring Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The storm's arrival prompted significant disruptions, including the cancellation of flights at Hong Kong International Airport.

Authorities in Guangdong province reported that more than 340,000 people were relocated as a precautionary measure ahead of the typhoon's impact. Noul, named for the Korean phrase meaning "glow of sunrise or sunset," is the 12th typhoon recorded in the Pacific this year and the third to strike China in July.

As the typhoon moved further inland, Hong Kong's Observatory noted that it was weakening. However, strong gales continued to affect the region. The Observatory issued an Amber Rainstorm Warning, cautioning residents about the potential for flash floods due to expected rainfall exceeding 30mm per hour.

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The typhoon is weakening as it moves further inland.

Hong Kong raised its storm alert to Typhoon Signal No. 9 as the storm passed within 80 kilometers of the city. The signal was later downgraded to No. 8, a level that typically leads to the closure of most businesses and public transport. This signal was expected to remain in effect until at least noon on July 26.

Airport authorities announced that flight operations would gradually resume after 6 p.m. on July 26, signaling a slow return to normalcy after the storm's passage.

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Strong gales continue to affect much of the city.