Typhoon Mikla's outer bands threaten southern Taiwan with severe torrential rain

Taiwan is bracing for intense rainfall and thunderstorms as Typhoon Mikla's outer circulation interacts with a weather front and strong southwest winds. The Central Weather Administration reports that the typhoon is currently located northeast of Taipei and moving northward, but its associated moisture is poised to drench the island.

Forecasters are issuing strong warnings, particularly for southern Taiwan, which is anticipated to face severe torrential rain and potential localized downpours exceeding豪雨 (heavy rain) levels. Other regions, including central and northern Taiwan, can expect intermittent showers and thunderstorms, with a risk of heavy rain and short-duration intense downpours, especially in mountainous areas.

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Southern Taiwan will experience severe torrential rain or localized torrential rain of a higher level today (26th) due to the influence of the typhoon's outer circulation, frontal rain, and southwest winds.

The unstable weather pattern is expected to persist for at least two days. While the southwest winds are predicted to weaken slightly by the second day, western and central Taiwan will continue to experience showers and thunderstorms, with a possibility of heavy rainfall. Eastern Taiwan and outlying islands will also see localized showers.

Looking ahead, a gradual improvement is forecast for Sunday as the weather front shifts northward. While some areas may still experience localized showers, much of the island is expected to see partly cloudy skies. Daytime high temperatures are predicted to rise slightly. By early July, with the Pacific high-pressure system strengthening, most of Taiwan is expected to have clear to partly cloudy weather, with isolated afternoon thunderstorms likely in mountainous regions.

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Mountainous areas, rivers, and low-lying areas should be vigilant against falling rocks, rising river water, and water accumulation.