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Typhoon Haikui Nears Taiwan, Coast Guard Prepares for Severe Seas, Urges Public Caution

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration has initiated typhoon preparedness measures as Typhoon Haikui approaches, warning of severe sea conditions.
  • The typhoon is expected to pose a significant threat to northern coastal waters, with waves already reaching 6 meters in the eastern sea.
  • Authorities are urging the public to avoid coastal areas for activities like sightseeing and fishing, with strict penalties for violating restricted zones.

Typhoon Haikui is rapidly approaching Taiwan, prompting the Coast Guard Administration to activate its typhoon preparedness protocols. The storm's outer bands are already generating fierce winds and rough seas, with the Central Weather Administration issuing a maritime typhoon warning. Northern and northeastern waters are experiencing long waves, and the eastern sea has recorded wave heights of up to 6 meters, indicating extremely hazardous conditions.

The typhoon's outer circulation is broad and the waves are violent. The Central Weather Administration has issued a maritime typhoon warning today.

— Coast Guard AdministrationDescribing the immediate threat posed by Typhoon Haikui.

The Coast Guard has implemented measures to prevent maritime accidents, including the expulsion of commercial and cargo vessels within 12 nautical miles of northern and eastern coasts since August 12. They are maintaining vigilance, reinforcing high-risk areas, and monitoring sea conditions and vessel movements to ensure the safety of personnel and the public.

We have fully activated typhoon preparedness measures and are cooperating with the competent authorities to expel commercial and cargo vessels within 12 nautical miles of the northern and eastern coasts since 12:00 yesterday.

— Coast Guard AdministrationDetailing the proactive steps being taken to ensure maritime safety.

Authorities are strongly advising against any water activities, including sightseeing and fishing, along the coast. Stricter regulations will be enforced in designated warning zones, with violators facing fines ranging from NT$50,000 to NT$250,000. The public is encouraged to use the "GoOcean Marine Recreation Risk Information Platform" for real-time sea condition updates and to call the Coast Guard's "118" hotline in case of emergencies.

We urge the public not to go to the seaside for sightseeing, fishing, or any water activities.

— Coast Guard AdministrationIssuing a public safety advisory to prevent accidents.
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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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