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Deji Reservoir's water storage rate returns to 92% in 5 days after Typhoon Ba-wei

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Taiwan's Deji Reservoir's water storage rate has returned to over 90% after receiving significant rainfall from Typhoon Ba-wei.
  • The reservoir's water level rose from 76.33% on the 10th to 92.73% by the 16th, ensuring sufficient water supply for Taichung city during the summer.
  • The reservoir had previously lowered its water level to prepare for potential heavy rainfall and to support the power system.

The Deji Reservoir in Taiwan has seen a dramatic increase in its water storage rate, reaching 92.73% by October 16th. This surge follows substantial rainfall from Typhoon Ba-wei, which replenished the reservoir after a previous drawdown.

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Initially at 76.33% on October 10th, the water level climbed significantly due to continuous rain in the Daliaoshan area. This recovery ensures that Taichung city will have an adequate water supply throughout the summer months. The reservoir's current water level stands at 1404.8 meters.

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The reservoir had previously lowered its water levels to below 80% in anticipation of the typhoon's potential heavy rainfall. This strategic move was also to accommodate flood control operations and support the power system's needs, as managed by the Dajia River Power Plant.

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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.