Approaching Typhoon 'Hongxia': Four Regions to Face Biggest Impact Saturday, Warns Fan Page

A tropical depression, designated TD13, is intensifying and is expected to approach Taiwan's southern coast by late Thursday. The system is forecast to enter waters near the Hengchun Peninsula by late Thursday, according to weather reports.

Weather fan page "Taiwan Typhoon Forum, Weather Express" issued a warning, noting that the Central Weather Administration had already upgraded the tropical depression to a tropical storm. The page indicated that the system could be named "Hongxia" and is projected to significantly impact four regions on Saturday.

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The Central Weather Administration has already upgraded the tropical depression to a tropical storm.

The forecast suggests that the storm's influence will be most pronounced on Saturday, though specific regions were not detailed in the initial report. The potential upgrade to a typhoon highlights the system's rapid development and the need for vigilance.

This developing weather situation underscores Taiwan's vulnerability to tropical cyclones, especially during the latter half of the year. Residents are advised to monitor official weather updates closely as the system approaches.

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Four regions will be most affected on Saturday.