Typhoon Bavi Challenges Record 'King of Typhoons'; Early Preparations Urged

Typhoon Bavi is rapidly intensifying and approaching Taiwan, posing a significant threat with its potential to challenge the record for the strongest typhoon. Meteorologist Wu Der-rong warned that the storm is "coming aggressively" and urged early preparations.

According to the Central Weather Administration, Bavi was located near Guam as of 2 a.m. on July 6. Its storm circle has expanded to a radius of 320 kilometers, with wind speeds reaching 58 meters per second, nearing the "King of Typhoons" record of 60 meters per second set by Typhoon Sinlaku in April. This development is characteristic of a "big and strong typhoon" during an El Niño year.

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The storm is coming aggressively, and preparations should be made early.

While the exact path remains uncertain, European model ensemble simulations indicate the highest probability of Bavi's center passing near or over northern Taiwan. Other potential paths include a northern deviation near Miyako Island or a southern landfall on the east coast. Regardless of the precise track, Wu stressed that the potential wind and rain impacts should not be underestimated.

From July 6 to 8, Taiwan is expected to experience sunny and hot weather, with temperatures potentially reaching 38 degrees Celsius. The typhoon is forecast to approach on the evening of July 9, bringing rain to northern Taiwan. The peak impact is expected on July 10 and 11, with the severity depending on the storm's trajectory. After July 12, Bavi is expected to move away, but atmospheric instability may persist due to southerly winds and residual moisture.

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The path uncertainty includes a northern deviation close to Miyako Island or a southern landfall on the east coast.