Super Typhoon Ragasa impact on Hong Kong & Southern China

Updated: 25th September 2025

According to the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO) and the Hong Kong Government’s latest assessments, Super Typhoon Ragasa is expected to significantly impact Hong Kong and Southern China starting 23 September 2025, with conditions worsening into 24–25 September 2025.

The following key updates are in effect:

Weather & Safety Updates

• The Gale or Storm Signal No. 8 was issued at 2:20 PM (HKT), 23 September 2025.
• According to the present forecast, Ragasa will be closest to the vicinity of the Pearl River Estuary tomorrow morning (24 September).
• The Observatory will assess whether it is necessary to issue a higher Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal between 11:00 PM tonight (23 September) and 3:00 AM tomorrow (24 September).
• Severe storm surge and sea levels may be comparable to Typhoon Hato (2017) and Typhoon Mangkhut (2018).
• Staff safety remains a priority; our office will close during Typhoon Signal No. 8 and resume once signals are lowered in line with government guidance.

Transport & Operations Updates

• Airports: The Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) has cancelled approximately 700 flights on 23 September and may suspend all passenger flights for 36 hours (6:00 PM, 23 Sep – 6:00 AM, 25 Sep). Further updates will follow based on weather conditions.
• Ocean Ports: Terminal operations were suspended from 12:00 PM, 22 September and are expected to resume on 25 September, subject to conditions.
• Impact: Significant delays, cancellations and schedule disruptions are expected for both flights and vessels.

Customer Advisory

Our Operations Team will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates.

Please remain in close contact with your NNR representatives regarding shipments planned for import/export through Hong Kong over the next few days.

We appreciate your understanding during this severe weather event. The safety of our staff and the continuity of your shipments remain our highest priorities.

Update:

24 September – The Hong Kong Observatory has downgraded Ragasa from a super typhoon to a severe typhoon. At 8:20 pm HKT, the Observatory replaced the Southeast Gale or Storm Signal No. 8 with the Strong Wind Signal No. 3.

25 September – Ragasa moved away from Hong Kong overnight, and normal operations have resumed this morning.

Should you have urgent enquiries, please contact your NNR representative.

Stay Safe!

Best regards,

NNR Hong Kong

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