Highway section in Kaohsiung closed due to heavy rain warning

Authorities have preemptively closed a section of Highway 27 in Kaohsiung's Liugui District due to forecasts of heavy rainfall. The stretch between Zhongxing and Dajin, specifically from kilometer 11.5 to 23.1, was shut down at 10 a.m. on August 23rd.

The decision comes in response to a low-pressure system and strong southwestern winds expected to bring torrential rain to Kaohsiung's mountainous areas. The Central Weather Administration predicts rainfall levels that could exceed "large torrential rain" classifications. Concerns include poor visibility at night, potential landslides from saturated slopes, and the risk of the Laonong River overflowing.

The Highway Bureau's Southern Region Maintenance Office stated that the road section is under their Level 2 monitoring. They will reopen the highway only after assessing weather conditions and ensuring road safety.

Drivers needing to travel through the affected area are advised to take an alternative route. This includes using County Highway 181, connecting to Guishan Street, then Taisan Highway 28, and finally Taisan Highway 27A before rejoining Highway 27.