On October 22, 2026, Dr. E Deng from CNERC-Rail (HK Branch) was interviewed on RTHK Radio 3’s “Backchat”, sharing the latest findings from Prof. Yi-Qing Ni’s team on the inland extension of heavy rainfall associated with tropical cyclones. Drawing on an analysis of data from 1980 to 2023, Dr. Deng explained that tropical cyclone rainfall has been extending further inland across coastal regions worldwide and discussed the roles of warming coastal waters and coastal urbanisation in this shift. He highlighted the need for inland communities to recognise the resulting flood risks and outlined practical responses, including updating flood risk maps, improving drainage and water retention capacity, strengthening early warning and evacuation systems, and incorporating flood risk into land-use planning. The interview was replayed that evening on “The Current” on RTHK TV 32.
