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Southern Taiwan Hit by Severe Flooding as Torrential Rains Continue for Second Day
Torrential rains battered southern Taiwan for a second consecutive day on Tuesday, triggering widespread flooding, school closures, and the evacuation of nearly 3,000 residents, as emergency services braced for more “intense” rainfall in the coming days.
Authorities reported that flooding caused by a lingering low-pressure system has inundated streets and buildings across multiple towns and villages in the south, leading to the rescue of 88 people trapped in submerged homes and vehicles. Nine people have sustained injuries so far, according to official figures.
The Central Weather Administration (CWA) issued warnings of sustained heavy rainfall, particularly in mountainous areas, forecasting up to 90 centimetres (35.4 inches) of rain in the days ahead. The agency cautioned that such extreme weather could trigger additional flash floods and landslides.
“Intense and prolonged rainfall is expected to continue, particularly in the southern and mountainous regions,” the CWA said, urging residents to remain alert and follow safety advisories.
The deluge comes as Taiwan is still recovering from the impact of Typhoon Danas, which recently struck the island’s densely populated western coast. The typhoon caused extensive damage to infrastructure, including the national power grid, and left homes in ruins.
In Tainan, one of the hardest-hit cities, dozens of people were evacuated from homes weakened or damaged by Danas. Meanwhile, television footage from Chiayi County showed residents wading through waist-deep water, pushing scooters, and trying to protect property as floodwaters inundated entire neighborhoods.
Local authorities continue to assess damage and provide emergency relief as Taiwan braces for further disruptions in the wake of back-to-back extreme weather events.
