Yongheshan Reservoir Full, Overflowing for First Time Since 2021

The Yongheshan Reservoir in Miaoli County has reached its full capacity and is now overflowing, a rare sight not seen since the major drought in 2021. This impressive recovery follows a period of severe drought earlier in the year, which had depleted the reservoir's levels significantly. By March, its water storage was only half of what it was the previous year, exposing the reservoir's slopes like ancient Greek ruins. However, heavy rainfall in early April, which caused flooding in some areas of Miaoli, also marked the turning point for the reservoir. Its water storage rate began to rise from a low of 35.78% on April 3. Subsequent monsoon rains further boosted the water levels, leading to the reservoir reaching full capacity on June 23. Local photographer Lin Jue-chun captured the spectacular overflow on June 24, sharing the remarkable scene. As of June 25, the reservoir stands at 85.11 meters, holding 30.184 million tons of water, achieving 100% storage capacity. The return of the lake's scenic beauty, with its full, shimmering waters, is a welcome sight after the stark, dry landscape previously visible.

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Yongheshan Reservoir overflowed!