Kaohsiung Flood Crisis
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Kaohsiung is experiencing historic rainfall, straining its flood control systems as daily totals surpass previous typhoon records. The city's detention ponds have stored millions of tons of water. President Lai Ching-te is defending flood control spending amid criticism, emphasizing cooperation between central and local governments while inspecting defenses and stressing the need for resilience.
Kaohsiung Records Historic Rainfall, Flood Control Systems Under Strain
- Kaohsiung experienced record rainfall, with daily totals exceeding previous typhoon records. - The city's 26 flood detention ponds stored 10 million tons of water, mitigating flooding in several key areas. - Mayor Chen Chi-mai ordered swift recovery efforts, focusing on transportation, public services, and agricultural/fishery damage compensation.
President Defends Flood Control Spending in South, Cites Unfair Criticism Amid Heavy Rains
- President Lai Ching-te defended flood control spending in southern Taiwan during a disaster inspection, stating that the region faces unfair criticism regarding insufficient funding. - He highlighte…
President Inspects Kaohsiung Flood Defenses, Emphasizes Cooperation
- President Lai Ching-te inspected flood control facilities in northern Kaohsiung, emphasizing central and local government cooperation. - Legislator Lai Ruei-long is seeking funding for improved floo…
President Inspects Kaohsiung Flood Control; Lawmaker Stresses Resilience
- President Lai Ching-te visited northern Kaohsiung to inspect flood control measures. - Legislator Lai Jui-lung emphasized the need for central and local governments to collaborate on improving flood…