Typhoon Saudel Approaches: Kaohsiung Braces for Maximum Rainfall, Warns of Coastal Flooding

Typhoon Saudel is on a path that will bring significant weather impacts to Taiwan, with the southern city of Kaohsiung bracing for its most intense rainfall on Friday. The Meteorological Administration has issued a heavy rain warning, forecasting the possibility of short-duration torrential downpours. This comes after recent heavy rains in southern Taiwan on August 22nd, which caused damage.

As the storm approaches, the city's southwest monsoon is expected to strengthen significantly by Friday, marking the peak of the current rainfall event. In addition to the heavy rains, the timing coincides with a spring tide, increasing the risk of seawater inundating coastal and low-lying areas. Authorities are urging residents in these vulnerable zones to take preventative measures against potential flooding and seawater backflow.

Following Friday's expected downpours, a low-pressure trough is forecast to influence the region from Saturday to Sunday, bringing a chance of localized heavy rain. The city government is closely monitoring the situation based on the latest meteorological data, with projections indicating daily rainfall amounts of 70 to 130 millimeters on Friday, and 40 to 60 millimeters over the weekend.

Given the potential for landslides, rockfalls, and rising water levels in mountain streams due to the continuous rainfall, residents in mountainous areas are advised to exercise caution. Similarly, those in low-lying areas should be prepared for potential waterlogging. The public is reminded to stay alert to the evolving weather conditions.