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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 -
Kaohsiung’s proactive steps secure water supply
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai announced that the city’s water situation is stable, with the Gaoping River’s flow rate at 8-9 cubic meters per second, slightly higher than last year. Kaohsiung uses 1.5 million tons of water daily, drawing from various sources including the Jiasian District river dam and Nanhua Reservoir. Drought measures, such as drought-resistant wells and embankments, ensure water supply stability. The Tsengwen Reservoir connection project is set for completion, further securing Kaohsiung’s water resources.2024/03/29 16:40