Taichung Mayor Inspects Flood Station Amid Heavy Rains, Cancels Visit

Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen canceled a planned visit to the Taichung City Library on Friday afternoon, opting instead to inspect flood prevention efforts at the Wujangli pumping station. The decision came as heavy rains, influenced by the outer bands of Typhoon Mikla, intensified across the region.

Originally scheduled to host Yunlin County Magistrate candidate Chang Chia-chun, Mayor Lu's itinerary shifted to address the immediate concerns posed by the inclement weather. The city government had established a Level 3 flood response center the previous day to monitor rainfall and water levels, anticipating significant downpours. This proactive measure aimed to ensure the city's readiness for potential flooding.

While northern and southern Taiwan reported disaster situations due to the heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, the central region experienced relatively milder conditions. However, forecasts indicated a high likelihood of short-duration, intense rainfall over Taichung in the preceding days. Mayor Lu's inspection of the Wujangli pumping station was a critical step in verifying the operational readiness of the city's flood control infrastructure.