Summary of Typhoon Gaemi’s Impact on Taiwan
| Area | Weather Advisory |
|---|---|
| Keelung City | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Taipei City | Flights cancelled, offices shut, and schools suspended |
| New Taipei City | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Taoyuan City | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Hsinchu City | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Hsinchu County | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Miaoli County | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Taichung City | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Changhua County | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Nantou County | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Yunlin County | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Chiayi City | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Chiayi County | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Tainan City | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Kaohsiung City | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Pingtung County | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Yilan County | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Hualien County | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Taitung County | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Penghu County | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Kinmen County | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
| Lienchiang County | Heavy rain and strong winds expected |
Typhoon Gaemi’s Approach and Preparations
Typhoon Gaemi, the first typhoon of the season, is expected to make landfall on Taiwan’s northeast coast by early evening on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. The storm is forecasted to bring heavy rain and strong winds, prompting widespread closures and cancellations across the island.
- Financial Markets Closed: Financial markets have been closed for the day to ensure public safety.
- Flights Cancelled: Almost all domestic flights and 201 international flights have been cancelled to avoid any potential risks.
- Schools and Work Suspended: Schools and work have been suspended across Taiwan to minimize the risk of accidents and ensure public safety.
- Military on Standby: The military has 29,000 soldiers on standby to respond to any emergencies.
- Evacuations: Over 2,000 people have been evacuated from mountain areas due to landslide risks from heavy rain.
Impact on Daily Life
- Empty Streets: Taipei’s usually busy streets were empty as residents stayed indoors to avoid the storm.
- Supermarket Shelves Emptied: Supermarket shelves were emptied on Tuesday evening as residents prepared for anticipated price hikes following the storm’s passage.
- Operations Continued: TSMC, a leading semiconductor manufacturer, has informed the BBC that their operations will continue as usual.
International Impact
- Philippines Affected: Gaemi, alongside a southwest monsoon, has brought significant rainfall to the capital region and northern provinces of the Philippines, resulting in the suspension of work and classes, as well as the halt of stock and foreign exchange trading.
Weather Conditions
- Wind Speed: The storm is generating winds reaching up to 240 km/h (150 mph), categorizing it as a strong category 4 hurricane in terms of wind intensity and potential for destruction.
- Rainfall: Authorities are cautioning that over one meter of rainfall may occur in the central and southern mountainous regions within the next 24 hours, raising the risk of landslides and flash floods.
Stay safe and stay informed as Typhoon Gaemi continues to impact Taiwan.
