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Kaohsiung City Suspends Work and Classes on July 11 Due to Severe Weather Forecast

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kaohsiung City announced a suspension of work and classes for July 11th due to anticipated strong winds and heavy rainfall.
  • The decision was based on information from the Central Weather Administration, which predicted maximum wind gusts of 8 to 9็บง and coastal gusts up to 10็บง.
  • Mountainous areas are expected to receive up to 340 millimeters of rain, necessitating the closure to ensure public safety.

Kaohsiung City has announced a halt to all work and classes for July 11th in response to severe weather warnings. The decision comes after the Central Weather Administration forecast significant meteorological challenges for the region. Specifically, the city anticipates maximum wind gusts ranging from 8 to 9็บง, with coastal areas expected to experience even stronger gusts reaching up to 10็บง.

In addition to the strong winds, mountainous areas within Kaohsiung are projected to receive substantial rainfall, with forecasts indicating accumulations of up to 340 millimeters. This level of precipitation, combined with the predicted wind intensity, has met the established criteria for suspending work and classes.

The city government made the announcement to prioritize the safety of its residents and to allow for necessary preparations and response measures to be put in place. The suspension aims to mitigate risks associated with the severe weather conditions.

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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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