Typhoon Bavi may disrupt Taiwan's university entrance exams; emergency meeting planned

Taiwan's upcoming university entrance exams, the Dafeng Test, face potential disruption from Typhoon Bavi, a strong storm forecast to approach the island around July 10-11. The exams are scheduled for July 11 and 12, with over 39,000 students registered to take them. The Central Weather Administration predicts Typhoon Bavi will be closest to Taiwan during the first day of the exams. This overlap has prompted the College Entrance Examination Center (CEEC) to schedule an emergency response meeting for July 8. During this meeting, officials will evaluate the latest meteorological information to determine if contingency measures are necessary. If the typhoon significantly impacts student travel, examination site safety, or the overall administration of the tests, the CEEC has stated it will not rule out postponing the exams. Such a postponement would necessitate rescheduling exam venues and potentially delay the release of exam questions, affecting the entire examination process. However, the CEEC emphasized that preparations are proceeding according to the established schedule. The final decision on whether to postpone the exams will prioritize the safety of students and staff, based on the typhoon's predicted path and impact. The center will announce any changes well in advance.

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If the typhoon affects student passage, examination site safety, or the conduct of the examination, or poses a risk of disaster, contingency measures such as postponement will be implemented based on the severity of the incident.