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Taiwan seeks creative measures to adapt to extreme weather
As extreme weather sets to become the new normal, Taiwan sees an increased frequency of heavy rainfall. Authorities are taking creative and budget-friendly measures to improve cities’ capacity to handle sudden rain showers.
2023/09/04 19:08
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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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Southern Taiwan braces for potential impact of Typhoon Saola
Typhoon Saola approaches Taiwan with potential landfall concerns. Stay informed about its path, impact, and interactions with another typhoon. Precautions urged against heavy rainfall and waves.
2023/08/28 19:32
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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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Why Typhoon Khanun could have a long life span
As Typhoon Khanun continues to send heavy rain and strong winds to Taiwan, weather experts stressed that the main condition for this unusually moderate typhoon, likely to become a long lifespan, was partially due to the influence of the Monsoon Gyre.
2023/08/04 21:41
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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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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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Typhoon Doksuri nears: East braces for heavy rainfall
Typhoon Doksuri is rapidly approaching Taiwan with considerable force. Starting from Wednesday (July 26), wind and rainfall will steadily intensify across various regions. The southeastern and southern regions should exercise caution against heavy rainfall, whereas the western regions should prepare for intense heat due to their leeward position.
2023/07/26 16:37
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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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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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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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Typhoon Muifa brings heavy rainfalls to Taiwan
Rescue workers are carefully taking each step as they carry an injured 73-year-old woman, who slipped and is now in so much pain that she can not walk by herself.
2022/09/23 14:10