Will Typhoon Kompasu Trigger Work and School Closures on Friday? Revised Path Brings 3 Scenarios: One County Faces Highest Risk

Tropical systems in the Northwest Pacific continue to develop, with Tropical Depression TD13 rapidly approaching waters near Taiwan. According to data from the Central Weather Administration, the system could officially intensify into Typhoon 'Kompasu' as early as tonight through tomorrow morning. Due to its formation in close proximity to Taiwan, the administration notes there is a possibility of issuing a marine typhoon warning simultaneously with the official typhoon announcement. The public is urged to closely monitor the latest meteorological updates.

What are the latest meteorological data and track forecasts for the tropical depression?

Observations from the Central Weather Administration show that Tropical Depression TD13 was located at 15.2 degrees north latitude and 130.5 degrees east longitude at 2 a.m., moving northwest at 27 kilometers per hour. The system's central pressure is 1006 hPa, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 12 meters per second and peak gusts up to 20 meters per second. The private weather fan page 'Observing Weather and Watching the Sky' analyzed that, due to the system's formation being very close to Taiwan, a marine warning could be issued immediately upon typhoon classification. Whether a land warning will follow depends on the system's future turning angle and actual trajectory. Overall, the storm is expected to potentially reach moderate typhoon intensity.

When will the typhoon be closest to Taiwan, and what wind and rain impacts are expected?

Meteorological experts predict that Friday and Saturday will be the period when the system is closest to Taiwan, bringing the most noticeable wind and rain effects across regions. In terms of track projection, the Central Weather Administration assesses the highest likelihood of the typhoon passing through the Bashi Strait, entering the South China Sea, and heading toward China's coastal areas. However, there remains some uncertainty in the current forecast. A slightly northward shift in the track would significantly increase wind and rain impacts on southern and eastern Taiwan, while a southward deviation would relatively reduce the overall impact on Taiwan's landmass.

Is there a chance of typhoon-related closures on Friday? What are the probabilities of gale-force winds hitting different areas?

With heavy weather approaching, many office workers and students are concerned about potential work and school suspensions on Friday. According to the '120-hour gale-force wind circle impact probability for major cities' released by the Central Weather Administration, currently only the Hengchun Peninsula has a relatively high impact probability of 28%. Other southern counties and eastern regions remain below 20%, while areas north of southern Taiwan all show 0% probability. Based on current meteorological data, the likelihood of work and school suspensions due to the typhoon on Friday is low. However, the final decision on suspensions will be made by individual county and city governments based on the latest wind and rain forecasts, and official announcements should be monitored.