Passengers Use Umbrellas Due to Leaky Roof on Yuanlin Bus; Company Cites Aging Waterproof Seal

(CNA, Reporter Cheng Wei-chen, Changhua, 10th) Due to the impact of a stationary front and southwest airflow, Changhua County has experienced significant rainfall. A member of the public riding a Yuanlin Bus had to use an umbrella while on board due to a leak inside the vehicle. Yuanlin Bus stated today that the leak was caused by the aging of the waterproof rubber seal on the roof's emergency escape hatch, and the vehicle has been scheduled for inspection and repair.

A member of the public posted on the social media platform Threads yesterday, stating that while riding a Yuanlin Bus, it was "raining heavily outside and drizzling inside," with a total of three umbrellas being used on the bus. Someone else captured the same scene and left a comment under the post, exclaiming, "Looks like we were on the same bus."

In a media interview today, Yuanlin Bus stated that the cause of the leak was the aging of the waterproof rubber seal on the roof's emergency escape hatch and that the vehicle has been scheduled to enter the workshop to reinforce or replace the seal. The company mentioned that vehicles undergo regular maintenance, but the recent heavy rainfall caused the leak. After discovering the problem, the company immediately took emergency protective measures. They offered their sincerest apologies for the inconvenience caused to passengers. (Editor: Chang Ming-kun) 1150610