Ignoring Typhoon Bawi warnings, Yilan coast guard apprehends 3, discovers escaped migrant worker

Despite the looming threat of Typhoon Bawi, several individuals in Yilan, Taiwan, disregarded official warnings and entered restricted coastal zones. The Coast Guard Administration's Northern Branch reported issuing citations to three people for violating regulations on Tuesday, following six similar citations issued the previous day.

The enforcement action led to an unexpected discovery. While checking the identities of two individuals found observing waves at Wushi Harbor's south dike, coast guard officers identified one as an Indonesian woman who was an undocumented migrant worker. She was subsequently handed over to the Immigration Agency for detention.

Earlier, at the Dafu viewing platform, a person was found driving into a restricted sandy beach area and became stranded. Coast guard personnel issued a citation and arranged for a private tow truck to assist with the vehicle's extraction. The incidents highlight a persistent disregard for safety warnings during severe weather events.

Authorities are strongly urging the public to stay away from coastal areas during typhoon conditions. They emphasize the significant danger posed by long and unpredictable waves. Violators face substantial fines, ranging from NT$50,000 to a maximum of NT$250,000, under the "Disaster Prevention Law."

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During the typhoon period, coastal areas are prone to long waves and sudden giant waves. Please do not arbitrarily enter the announced restricted areas. Violators will be transferred to the county government according to the "Disaster Prevention Law," facing heavy fines starting from 50,000 yuan, up to 250,000 yuan.