Tropical storm Podul on Thursday dumped torrential rain on southern China, still reeling from record downpours last week, and disrupted hospitals, schools and law courts in Hong Kong after tearing through Taiwan and leaving 143 people injured.

Tropical storm Podul hit southern China with heavy rain, affecting hospitals, courts, and flights. Hong Kong's 'black' rainstorm warning led to airport disruptions. China's provinces are experiencing increased severe weather events,