Hong Kong gov’t says sudden drain blockages unavoidable after severe flooding during recent rainstorms

Hong Kong gov’t says sudden drain blockages unavoidable after severe flooding during recent rainstorms

The Hong Kong government has said sudden drain blockages during rainstorms “cannot be eliminated” despite frequent inspections and cleaning. It comes after multiple parts of the city saw floods and torrential rain in recent weeks. Drainage Services Department staff clear a roadside gully after heavy rain hit Hong Kong on August 14, 2025. Photo: Drainy, via Facebook. The Drainage Services Department confirmed on Thursday that six areas in Hong Ko…