DMW says 2 OFWs hurt during heavy rains in Hong Kong

Two overseas Filipino workers were injured during Saturday's heavy downpour in Hong Kong, according to the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW).

The DMW said that it is closely monitoring the condition of the two OFWs through its Migrant Workers Office (MWO) and Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) Office in Hong Kong.

"The two OFWs, a married couple working for a resort owner in Sai Kung, New Territories, Hong Kong, were taking photos and videos of the storm's damage to the facility when a landslide occurred," said the DMW in its report.

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"Both were immediately taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The wife sustained head injuries but is in stable condition. She remains in hospital for further observation, while her husband suffered leg injuries and is currently undergoing an operation." 

The DMW-MWO-OWWA has already provided initial financial assistance to the couple and will continue monitoring their condition. 

The DMW Head Office will issue further bulletins on their condition.

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According to a report from the South China Morning Post, Hong Kong's weather forecaster issued a "possible black rainstorm alert" amid thunderstorms that left roads flooded.

The rainstorm warning was downgraded from red to amber in the afternoon. There were 16 confirmed floodings, according to the SCMP, and some businesses were closed while 15 hikers got trapped along trails in Sai Kung.