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Stable weather expected in Taiwan through Friday
The weather across Taiwan is expected to stabalize through Friday. Stay updated as a tropical depression may form later this week.
2023/09/11 15:25
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Typhoon Haikui ends 1,471-day no-landfall streak in Taiwan
Typhoon Haikui made its second landfall in Kaohsiung on Monday morning (Sept. 4) and continues to wreak havoc across Taiwan, leaving at least 44 people injured.
2023/09/04 19:12
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Hungry Ghost Festival in Kaohsiung battles Typhoon Haikui
The Hungry Ghost Festival in Kaohsiung’s Fong Yi Ching Fu Gong Temple proceeded as scheduled despite the arrival of Typhoon Haikui.
2023/09/04 14:30
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Typhoon Saola’s approach triggers heavy rainfall in south
Typhoon Saola approaches Taiwan with heavy rain and strong winds. Typhoon Haikui strengthens, possible interaction with Saola. Central Weather Bureau issues advisories. Stay updated.
2023/08/30 16:52
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Typhoon Saola approaches Taiwan, expected to strengthen
Typhoon Saola was approximately 430 kilometers southwest of Cape Eluanbi as of 8 a.m. on Friday (Aug. 25), moving at a speed of 3 kilometers per hour in a northwesterly direction, according to the Central Weather Bureau (CWB).
2023/08/25 15:06
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Thunderstorms and heavy rainfall expected across Taiwan
The Central Weather Bureau (CWB) predicts thunderstorms, strong wind gusts, and heavy rainfall in Taiwan from August 16-18. As a low-pressure system approaches, prepare for turbulent weather conditions with potential localized heavy rain and flooding.
2023/08/16 18:29
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Rain to continue until Friday! Rain gear advised
Stay prepared for stifling heat and heavy rain in southern Taiwan. Central Weather Bureau issues advisories for Tainan, Kaohsiung, and Pingtung. Sun protection and rain gear are recommended.
2023/08/15 19:20
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Rain alert: Southwestern winds trigger unstable weather
Heavy rain advisory issued by the CWB for Chiayi, Tainan, Kaohsiung, and Pingtung due to southwestern winds’ influence. There are widespread flooding and intense thunderstorms in Taiwan. Get updates on the rain chaos.
2023/08/11 17:41
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Central, southern Taiwan residents brace for torrential rain
This year’s sixth typhoon, Typhoon Khanun, brought heavy winds and rain to Taiwan over the past week. The storm came closest to Taiwan late Thursday evening, resulting in a "typhoon day off" for the greater Taipei area and Yilan County.
2023/08/04 21:39
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Strong winds cause scaffolding collapse in New Taipei
Strong winds and heavy rain pounded New Taipei City, causing a scaffolding collapse at a 24-story construction site on Zhongzheng Road in Xinzhuang District in the early hours on Thursday (Aug. 3).
2023/08/03 11:41
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Heavy rain causes potholes, sinkhole in downtown Tainan
Heavy rainfall has led to potholes in various areas in Tainan City, particularly in the Anping District. A roughly one-meter-deep sinkhole also appeared on Chienping 7th Street in the Anping District around 11 a.m. Wednesday (Aug. 8), affecting residents and a passing small passenger vehicle.
2023/08/02 22:01
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President Tsai shares concern after flooding deaths in China
Beijing and other regions in China are suffering widespread flooding and casualties due to the influence of Typhoon Doksuri’s cyclonic circulation, causing days of torrential rain.
2023/08/02 21:39
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Northern Taiwan braces for rain as Khanun’s path shifts
Currently classified as a moderate typhoon, Typhoon Khanun has significantly adjusted its projected path. Initially expected to approach China’s eastern coastal areas directly, Typhoon Khanun is now expected to stall in the East China Sea and change its course towards the northeast, possibly affecting Japan and South Korea, according to the latest Central Weather Bureau (CWB) forecast.
2023/08/01 19:29
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Man rescued from sea amid Typhoon Doksuri car incident
An older man accidentally drove his car into the sea at Zhongyun Fishing Port in Taiwan due to heavy rain and unfamiliar road conditions caused by Typhoon Doksuri.
2023/07/27 20:28
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Typhoon Doksuri: Taiwan to face strong winds and heavy rain
Typhoon Doksuri, classified as a moderate typhoon, was reported approximately 170 kilometers southwest of Cape Eluanbi as of 8 a.m. on Thursday (July 27), moving at a speed of 15 to 22 kilometers per hour in a north-northwesterly direction, according to the Central Weather Bureau (CWB).
2023/07/27 11:57
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Heavy rain causes severe traffic disruption in Taipei
Severe flooding on Beian Road in Zhongshan District, Taipei City, near The Grand Hotel, and Zhishan Road in Shilin District has disrupted traffic with water levels exceeding 10 centimeters.
2023/06/30 17:45
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High probability of rainfall expected in southern Taiwan
The stationary front that had been lingering over Taiwan is gradually shifting away, but residents can expect persistent rainy conditions due to prevailing southwestern winds.
2023/06/17 17:08
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First stationary front of plum season brings heavy rainfall
The first stationary front of the plum season is set to arrive on Tuesday (June 13), bringing short-term heavy rainfall and localized torrential rain to various regions, particularly in southern areas, as forecasted by the Central Weather Bureau (CWB).
2023/06/13 18:44
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Typhoon Guchol intensifies: Taiwan spared direct hit
Mild Typhoon Guchol is forecasted to intensify into a moderate typhoon in the afternoon or evening today (June 8), according to the Central Weather Bureau (CWB).
2023/06/08 19:01
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Commuter shock: Unforeseen deluge at MRT Nangang Station
In a surprising turn of events on Sunday night (June 4), passengers at MRT Nangang station were met with an unexpected sight as water gushed across the floor. The deluge, which caught many off guard, was not the result of pouring rain, but rather a leaked pipe in the male restroom.
2023/06/05 19:19
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Thunder roars! Heavy rain alert across northeastern Taiwan
The Central Weather Bureau (CWB) anticipates heavy rainfall in western and northeastern Taiwan this weekend due to the approach of a "plum rain" front.
2023/05/19 17:20
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Rainy weather forecast on Mother’s Day
The Central Weather Bureau announced that as dry weather returns on Tuesday (May 9), temperatures will remain consistent and pleasant for the remainder of the week in most parts of Taiwan. However, there are chances of rain increasing again over the weekend.
2023/05/09 17:45
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Taiwan’s thirst for rain grows stronger amid climate change
Once again, the water supply in southern Taiwan has hit an all-time low due to record low rainfall in the area, the lowest in the past 30 years.
2023/03/07 11:50
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Storm Nesat torrential rain causes destruction across Taiwan
Storm Nesat caused widespread damage to public infrastructure and private property over the weekend. The National Fire Agency reported 243 cases of destruction to roads and facilities in Taipei and 26 in New Taipei cities as of 9 a.m.
2022/10/18 00:40
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Slow-moving typhoon brings torrential rain to Taiwan
Huge waves roll into Neipi Beach in northern Taiwan’s Yilan County on Sept. 12 as Typhoon Muifa nears the island.
2022/09/23 14:11