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Taiwan county offers farm-direct flowers for Mother’s Day
Explore Pingtung County’s floral lifestyle exhibition until May 18. Enjoy DIY flower arrangements, buy local bouquets at farm prices, and celebrate Mother’s Day.
2025/05/11 08:00
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Inflatable art transforms Pingtung into monster wonderland
The Kan Hai Art Museum in Pingtung County opens its "Temp Monster" outdoor exhibition on April 25, featuring inflatable art by Japanese and Taiwanese artists.
2025/04/25 09:00
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Tainan and Kaohsiung under yellow heat alert: CWA
Taiwan’s weather agency issues a heat alert for Pingtung County with temperatures hitting 38°C. Expect cloudy skies in the north and sunny weather elsewhere.
2025/04/21 16:00
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Taiwan’s ceremonial first tuna fetches NT$2.3M at auction
The 2025 Pingtung Black Tuna Cultural Tourism Season kicked off with a thrilling auction. A local company won the first tuna for over NT$2.3 million. Discover the event’s cultural significance and upcoming activities.
2025/04/11 17:00
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Nuclear plant to face fine for breaching notification rules
A fire at the 3rd Nuclear Power Plant in Hengchun prompted a swift response from firefighters. Pingtung County criticized the plant for delayed reporting, citing safety protocol violations.
2025/03/06 13:00
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Jin-shui Camp Trail to reopen after typhoon repairs
The Jin-shui Camp Trail in southern Taiwan reopens Feb. 28 after typhoon repairs. Hikers should plan carefully and check conditions for a safe experience.
2025/02/25 20:00
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Taiwan gears up for vibrant New Year’s Eve celebrations
Southern Taiwan gears up for vibrant New Year’s Eve 2025 celebrations, featuring unique sunset events, 360-degree fireworks, and Ferris wheel shows. Discover more.
2024/12/31 16:16
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Taiwan army skydiving team showcases precision jumps
Taiwan’s army skydiving team showcased their skills in Pingtung County, performing high-altitude jumps. The event highlighted the rigorous training and precision of the elite unit.
2024/12/20 16:15
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Pingtung to start stadium construction on Dec. 30
Pingtung County will start building its international baseball stadium on Dec. 30, featuring 15,000 seats. The project, set to finish by 2027, aims to host major events.
2024/11/25 14:11
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Traffic deaths in Taiwan drop 5.6% from last year
The Ministry of Transportation and Communications reports 30 traffic fatalities in Taiwan from Nov. 9 to Nov. 15. Taoyuan City leads in deaths, prompting safety measures.
2024/11/22 15:32
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High reproduction rates challenge Taiwan’s iguana control
Taiwan tackles the invasive green iguana issue, removing over 46,000 from January to August 2024. Pingtung County leads efforts with rewards and public awareness.
2024/10/15 16:10
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Over 7,400 incidents reported as typhoon batters Taiwan
Typhoon Krathon left two dead, one missing, and 667 injured in Taiwan, with Kaohsiung City hit hardest. Authorities address 5,022 unresolved cases.
2024/10/04 13:54
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Typhoon Krathon leaves over 109,000 without power in Taiwan
Typhoon Krathon hits Taiwan, causing power outages for 109,588 households. Taiwan Power Co. restores power to 82%. Pingtung, Kaohsiung most affected.
2024/10/03 10:41
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Torrential rain hits Pingtung and Taitung counties
Typhoon Krathon brings heavy rain to Taiwan, with advisories for 19 areas. Pingtung and Taitung face torrential downpours. Expect continued rain and wind.
2024/10/03 09:54
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Typhoon Krathon prompts emergency response in Taiwan
Typhoon Krathon prompts Premier Cho Jung-tai to visit the Central Emergency Operations Center, urging stable operations and evacuations. Kaohsiung City evacuates 2,670 people.
2024/10/02 16:31
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Typhoon Krathon intensifies, heavy rain warnings issued
Typhoon Krathon intensifies, prompting heavy rain warnings for Taitung and Pingtung counties. Expect strong winds and potential flooding. Stay vigilant and prepared.
2024/10/01 09:51
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Kaohsiung’s Chen Chi-mai tops major city mayors: survey
CommonWealth Magazine’s 2024 survey ranks Pingtung County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi as the most improved leader. Agricultural counties dominate top spots. Economic and environmental issues are key.
2024/09/30 22:00
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Pingtung County to host inaugural indigenous games
Pingtung County will host the inaugural Indigenous Peoples Games on Oct. 5-6, featuring 20 events. Olympic boxer Lai Chu-en will be the torchbearer.
2024/09/27 17:39
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High-temperature alerts issued for 17 Taiwanese areas
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s heatwave: The CWA issued high-temperature alerts for 17 counties, warning of temperatures over 38 degrees Celsius. Learn safety tips and forecast details.
2024/07/17 11:08
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Taiwan faces scorching summer solstice, temps may hit 36°C
Discover the latest weather update for Taiwan as the Central Weather Administration issues heat warnings for ten municipalities, forecasting temperatures up to 36 degrees Celsius on June 21. Learn about the areas affected by heat alerts, possible thunderstorms, and future weather predictions.
2024/06/21 09:49
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Worker critically injured in Pingtung construction fall
Discover the latest on a construction site accident in Pingtung County where a worker suffered severe injuries after a fall. Learn more about the ongoing investigation.
2024/05/23 15:40
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Taiwan’s weather swings: From heatwave to plum rains
Taiwan faces a scorching day with temperatures up to 36°C, particularly in its southern and southeastern areas, as forecasted by the Central Weather Administration. Foehn winds are anticipated in Taitung County, prompting a heat advisory with a yellow warning for Tainan, Kaohsiung, Pingtung, and Taitung counties. A weather shift is expected to bring brief showers or thunderstorms, especially in the central and northern regions, with heavier rainfall predicted for the northeastern and Greater Taipei’s mountainous areas. Meteorologist Lin Te-en highlights an expected above-average rainfall for May, aligning with the plum rain season, potentially easing Taiwan’s water scarcity concerns yet raising flooding risks.
2024/04/30 11:54
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Heavy rain advisory issued for Kaohsiung and Pingtung
Southern Taiwan on high alert for thunderstorms, warns new Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming. CWA issues heavy rain advisory for Kaohsiung and Pingtung, with widespread impacts expected across Taiwan, including Penghu, Kinmen, and Matsu. Residents advised to prepare for potential flooding, landslides, and strong winds.
2024/04/26 16:11
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Xiaoliuqiu introduces marine conservation fee for visitors
Starting July 1, Lambai Island, also known as Xiaoliuqiu, will impose a NT$60 marine conservation fee on visitors entering designated intertidal zones. This initiative, aimed at balancing tourism and ecology for sustainable development, will also limit the number of visitors to these areas. Funds collected will be used for the maintenance and restoration of natural ecological resources. The Pingtung County government and local ecotourism organizations support this measure to protect the island’s environment, which receives over 1 million visitors annually.
2024/04/16 13:55
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Hengchun peninsula thrives during 2024 Taiwan Music Festival
The 2024 Taiwan Music Festival attracts over a million attendees, boosting the local economy of the Hengchun Peninsula and generating NT$ 1 billion in revenue for businesses. The event provides a platform for independent music and enhances musical tourism in the region.
2024/04/08 17:41