17 Counties in Taiwan Under Heavy Rain Alert; Southern Regions Brace for Thunderstorms

Taiwan's Central Weather Administration has issued a severe weather alert for 17 counties and cities across the island on June 23rd, anticipating heavy rainfall. The advisories highlight the particular vulnerability of southern Taiwan, with Tainan, Kaohsiung, and Pingtung facing the brunt of the storm.

The agency warned of "extremely heavy rain" in the plains and mountainous areas of Kaohsiung and Pingtung. Tainan, Chiayi County, the Hengchun Peninsula in Pingtung, and mountainous regions of Hualien and Taitung are cautioned to expect "heavy rain." Additionally, New Taipei City, Taoyuan, Hsinchu County, Miaoli, Taichung, Changhua, Nantou, Yunlin, Chiayi City, Yilan, and the plains of Hualien and Taitung, along with Penghu County, are advised to prepare for "heavy rain."

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The Central Weather Administration issued a "severe thunderstorm immediate message" for Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, and Pingtung County, reminding the public to be wary of torrential rain.

More specifically, a "severe thunderstorm immediate message" was issued for Tainan, Kaohsiung, and Pingtung, initially expected to last until 7:52 AM. This alert warns of short-duration intense rainfall, strong gusts exceeding 9-level winds, and lightning. Residents are urged to be vigilant against potential flash floods, river overflows, and lightning strikes.

The weather conditions are attributed to strong southwest winds and a low-pressure trough, creating a high likelihood of short-term, intense downpours throughout Taiwan. The "extremely heavy rain" in some southern areas could reach "super heavy rain" levels, emphasizing the severity of the anticipated weather event.

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Residents must be wary of flash floods, flooding, and lightning strikes.