Hualien's Wanli Stream landslide lake estimated to overflow within 2 days; 7 villages begin precautionary evacuation

(Central News Agency, reporter Chang Chi, Hualien County, June 25) The Forestry and Conservation Agency's Hualien Branch issued a yellow alert for the Wanli Stream landslide lake at 8 a.m. today. According to the Central Weather Administration's rainfall forecast released at 5 a.m., it is estimated to overflow within 48 hours. The Fonglin Township and Wanrong Township offices began the precautionary evacuation of vulnerable residents in 7 villages and townships starting at 10 a.m. (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 1150625

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