Hong Kong lashed with nearly 10,000 lightning strikes overnight

Hong Kong (AFP) May 1, 2024

Hong Kong was lashed by nearly 10,000 cloud-to-ground lightning strikes from Tuesday night to Wednesday morning, according to data from the city's weather observatory. The Chinese city is accustomed to high humidity levels during April leading up to monsoon season, with residents prepared for sudden downpours during their workday commutes. Beginning 9:00 pm Tuesday evening, Hong Kong sk