1966 Hong Kong rainstorm leaves 64 dead in one of city’s worst floods ever – SCMP archive
A severe rainstorm in Hong Kong on June 12, 1966, caused widespread flooding and landslides, resulting in 64 fatalities. The deluge displaced over 7,000 residents and led to significant damage, including blocking roads with debris. The rainfall recorded that day was unprecedented, with one hour seeing the heaviest precipitation ever measured since 1884. AI
