Bawei typhoon alert lifted, central response center downgraded to Level 3

Taiwan's Central Emergency Response Center (CERC) has lowered its operational status to Level 3 following the official lifting of the Bawei typhoon warning. The decision was made during the CERC's 10th working meeting, chaired by Deputy Commander and Fire Agency Director Xiao Huan-chang.

The center is now focusing on post-typhoon recovery and restoration efforts. A key concern has been the Ma-ta-an-溪 (Mata'an Stream) landslide-induced lake, which was downgraded from a yellow alert to clear by 8:30 a.m. today. The Wan-li-溪 (Wanli Stream) landslide-induced lake remains under a yellow alert, but analysis indicates no immediate risk of overflow within the next 12 to 24 hours, based on rainfall forecasts.

Deputy Commander Xiao Huan-chang directed immediate action for ongoing recovery. This includes addressing the road closures in Wufeng Township, Hsinchu County, which are hindering restoration efforts. Coordination is also underway with telecommunications providers to activate disaster roaming mechanisms for areas where signals are still down, beyond those already covered by Chunghwa Telecom.

Furthermore, authorities are tasked with assessing agricultural losses to expedite relief measures. They are also monitoring the supply of daily necessities and agricultural products to prevent price volatility and ensure public access to essential goods. The CERC's transition to a lower alert level signifies a shift from immediate disaster response to sustained recovery and management.