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Typhoon Bailu's outer bands cause rockfalls, disrupt traffic on Taiwan's Highway 7J

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • - Heavy rains caused by the outer bands of Typhoon Bailu led to rockfalls on Provincial Highway 7J in Taiwan.
  • The rockfalls occurred on the section between Lishan and Yilan, impacting traffic safety.
  • The highway bureau will dispatch a team to clear the debris and ensure traffic flow.

Rockfalls have disrupted traffic on Provincial Highway 7J, the route connecting Lishan in Taichung to Yilan. Heavy rainfall, attributed to the outer circulation of Typhoon Bailu, caused the rockslides in the mountainous region of central Taiwan.

The affected section, specifically at kilometer 67.2 on Highway 7J, saw rocks tumble onto the roadway. Residents near Lishan first noticed the rockfalls early Friday morning, prompting immediate notification to the GuGuan section of the Directorate General of Highways. The incident poses a significant risk to drivers and commuters using this vital mountain pass.

Authorities are taking action to address the situation. The GuGuan section of the Directorate General of Highways has stated that they will promptly send a contractor to clear the fallen rocks. The primary goal is to remove the obstruction as quickly as possible to prevent further disruption and ensure the safety of travelers navigating the route between Lishan and Yilan.

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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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