Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) is set to suspend all passenger flights for 36 hours—from 8 pm on Tuesday, September 23 through 8 am on Thursday, September 25—in anticipation of the arrival of Super Typhoon Ragasa. BusinessToday+3Gulf News+3The Business Standard+3
The closure, confirmed by Qantas, marks the longest shutdown in HKIA’s recent memory, surpassing previous disruptions caused by typhoons Saola and Wipha. Gulf News+1
Meteorologists warn that Ragasa is extremely powerful, with sustained winds of about 230 km/h (143 mph) near its core—comparable to a Category 4 hurricane. Gulf News+2VnExpress International+2
The airport authority is taking extensive safety measures, including securing aircraft aprons, reinforcing runway safety protocols, and coordinating with airlines to allow affected passengers to change or refund tickets free of charge. The Economic Times+3Gulf News+3Dimsum Daily+3
Residents have also been advised to prepare, as the storm could bring strong winds, heavy rainfall, and potential flooding. Gulf News+2VnExpress International+2