Taiwan Prepares for Typhoon Bavi's Severe Winds and Torrential Rain

Taiwan is bracing for the significant impact of Typhoon Bavi, with the Central Weather Administration issuing a sea warning as the storm approaches. The typhoon is expected to bring increasingly frequent intermittent rain and wind starting Friday daytime, intensifying significantly from Friday evening through Saturday.

Forecasters predict that the most severe weather will occur from Friday night to Saturday, with strong winds and heavy rainfall battering the island. The northern and northeastern parts of Taiwan, along with central mountainous areas, are particularly vulnerable to torrential downpours exceeding the "heavy rain" classification. Coastal regions and areas near the typhoon's center, including northern Taiwan, are also anticipating strong winds.

Forecaster Hsieh Pei-yun advised residents to use the time until Saturday morning to complete typhoon preparations. The typhoon is projected to approach the waters east of Taiwan on Friday afternoon and pass through the sea north of Taiwan from Friday night to Saturday. The exact path remains subject to change due to topographical influences, potentially altering wind and rain intensity, and even raising the possibility of a landfall.

Strong gusts ranging from Level 9 to 12 are expected across various regions and outlying islands. Areas north of Taoyuan, including Yilan, Lanyu, and Green Island, could experience gusts of Level 12 or higher. Coastal areas of the main island, along with Penghu, Kinmen, and Matsu, will also face strong winds. Heavy to torrential rain is forecast for Friday night and Saturday, with the intensity expected to gradually decrease starting Sunday.