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Heavy rain continues, Kaohsiung's Taoyuan District suspends work and classes this afternoon

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kaohsiung's Taoyuan District announced suspension of work and classes starting this afternoon due to heavy rain and unstable mountain conditions.
  • The decision was made to ensure the safety of residents and commuters following landslides that blocked the main access road.
  • Heavy rainfall has also caused flooding and high water levels in other areas of Kaohsiung, with weather alerts remaining in effect.

Kaohsiung city government has announced an immediate suspension of work and classes in the Taoyuan District starting this afternoon. The decision comes in response to unstable weather conditions and intensifying rainfall in the mountainous region.

Earlier, landslides had already blocked the main road connecting Taoyuan District, raising concerns about accessibility and safety. The city government cited the need to protect the lives and property of residents and commuters as the primary reason for the suspension.

Heavy downpours have affected several other districts in Kaohsiung today, leading to flooding and high water level warnings. Areas like Luzhu have reached a Level 1 flood alert, with bridges in Tianliao and Alian also under close watch due to rising water levels. The meteorological agency continues to issue heavy rain advisories for the region.

The suspension in Taoyuan aims to prevent potential dangers and ensure the well-being of the community amidst the severe weather.

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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.

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