Kaohsiung Suspends Work, Classes as Typhoon Wipha Approaches

Kaohsiung has suspended work and classes on July 11 in response to the landfall warning for Typhoon Wipha. The city's public transportation systems have implemented adjusted service schedules to accommodate the severe weather conditions.

The Kaohsiung Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) will operate with a 15-minute train frequency for the entire day, extending to a 20-minute interval after 11 PM. The Kaohsiung Light Rail will run on a 20-minute frequency until noon, with further adjustments planned for the afternoon based on wind and rain intensity.

Taiwan Railways has also announced significant service modifications for July 11. Prior to noon, all express trains on the western line will be suspended. Non-express trains will cease operations between Keelung and Changhua, including the coastal route, while services between Changhua and Chaozhou will continue normally. On the southern-link line, all express and non-express trains between Hsinchu-Zuoying and Taitung will be suspended. Most branch lines will also be halted, with the exception of the Shalun line.

The city government's decision to suspend work and classes underscores the potential impact of Typhoon Wipha, which is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rainfall to the region.