Heavy rain batters Shenzhen

Heavy rain also fell across a wide area of neighbouring Shenzhen, prompting the city to enter a state of emergency.

Online clips show heavy rain battering Shenzhen this morning with dense downpours obscuring sights.

The meteorological department said several districts, including Lo Wu and Futian recorded rainfall reaching torrential levels.

At noon, the highest-level rainstorm warning was issued for these areas, and the entire city entered a state of rainstorm preparedness, urging residents to stay away from low-lying areas.