TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Meteorologist Lin Te-en (林得恩) predicted on Wednesday (Aug. 28) that Taiwan could enter a typhoon-prone period next week. He warned of potential impacts on the island, urging residents to stay vigilant.
Lin noted that Typhoon Shanshan, currently in the northwest Pacific and South China Sea, will weaken after hitting Japan and possibly become an extratropical cyclone by Sept. 2. He emphasized the need for caution as the storm's remnants could still pose risks.
According to Lin, the latest European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) model simulations indicate the formation of multiple tropical disturbances near Taiwan around Sept. 6. These developments could bring significant weather changes, affecting local conditions.
Meanwhile, Taiwan faces extreme heat, with the Central Weather Administration (CWA, 氣象署) issuing high-temperature warnings for 14 counties. Pingtung County (屏東縣) and Taitung County (臺東縣) received orange alerts, signaling a high chance of temperatures reaching 36 degrees Celsius.
Lin advised that temperatures could soar even higher than yesterday, ranging from 34 to 37 degrees Celsius. He highlighted that the Greater Taipei area might exceed 37 degrees Celsius, urging residents to take precautions against the heat and stay hydrated.
