Typhoon Usagi, one of the strongest storms of the year, made a significant impact as it passed through Hong Kong and southern China. The storm, classified as a super typhoon, reached peak winds of over 150 miles per hour before making landfall. On the date of its passage, Usagi caused extensive damage in both urban and rural areas. The storm brought heavy rainfall, leading to life-threatening flooding, mudslides, and widespread destruction of property.

In Hong Kong, emergency services were on high alert as residents braced for the storm. Many people evacuated their homes, and the authorities suspended classes and public transport in anticipation of the storm's arrival. As the typhoon approached, hundreds of flights were canceled, stranding travelers and disrupting travel plans across the region. In the wake of the typhoon, the local government estimated considerable costs in terms of property damage and infrastructure repairs, with recovery efforts focusing on restoring essential services to affected areas.

Southern China also faced the wrath of Usagi, with the storm causing over 25 fatalities and a significant number of injuries. The provincial governments activated emergency response mechanisms, mobilizing resources to aid in quick recovery initiatives. Volunteers and non-profit organizations joined forces with governmental agencies to provide relief, distributing food and medical supplies to those displaced by the storm. The aftermath of Typhoon Usagi left a lasting mark on the communities affected, highlighting the vulnerabilities of urban infrastructure to extreme weather conditions.