Rain Bombs Attack: Taipei City Disaster Response Center Upgraded to Enhanced Level 3 Alert

(Central News Agency Reporter Chen Yu-ting, Taipei, June 18) Taipei City experienced heavy rainfall this afternoon. The Taipei City Government stated that in response to this afternoon's heavy downpour, the Taipei City Disaster Response Center has been upgraded to an enhanced Level 3 alert. The station with the highest accumulated rainfall is National Taiwan University in Daan District, reaching 97 millimeters.

The Central Weather Administration issued a heavy rain warning for Taipei City this afternoon. The Taipei City Government stated that as of 3:20 PM, the location with the most rainfall was the National Taiwan University station in Daan District, reaching 97 millimeters.

The city government stated that in response to this heavy rainfall, the Taipei City Disaster Response Center was upgraded from its usual Level 3 alert to an enhanced Level 3 alert at 3:20 PM. Emergency response teams have also been established by each district office to promptly handle any emergent disasters.

The city government reminds the public that in addition to short-duration heavy rainfall, there are also strong gusts, lightning, and thunder. Those outdoors are urged to pay attention to their safety, stay away from river areas, and refrain from activities such as stream trekking, fishing, or playing in the water to ensure their safety. (Editor: Hsiao Po-wen) 1150618

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