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Hong Kong typhoon causes cancelled flights

Cathy Pacific have cancelled flights from and to Hong Kong a day ahead of the arrival of typhoon Usagi.

A man battles strong winds as typhoon Usagi approaches
Cathy Pacific have cancelled flights from and to Hong Kong ahead of the arrival of typhoon Usagi. (AAP)

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Cathay Pacific will cancel flights in and out of Hong Kong from this evening ahead of the anticipated arrival of Super Typhoon Usagi.

Forecasters say the most powerful storm could pose a severe threat to the city.

The airline says flights will be cancelled from 8pm AEST and will gradually resume tomorrow if weather conditions permit.

Packing sustained winds of 240 kilometres an hour, Usagi has already lashed the Philippines and Taiwan.


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