Why is the water being shut off?

Due to pipeline replacement, leak testing, and fire hydrant installation. It's scheduled maintenance for safe water supply.

Can I use hot water during the shutoff?

No. Electric water heaters may overheat and cause fires if water isn't flowing. Turn off the power.

Where are the temporary water stations?

Check the nearest station via Taiwan Water Corporation's official website or Line app.

Hurry Up and Store Water! Major Water Shutoffs in 10 Cities Tomorrow – 'No Water for Bathing or Cooking in Morning and Evening', Check Your Area Instantly

Published Aug 2, 2026 5:18 PM ・ Updated Aug 2, 2026 6:11 PM ・ 14 min read ・ Source: PR Times

Taiwan Water Corporation has announced planned water shutoffs across 10 cities and counties on Monday, August 3, urging residents to store water in advance and take safety precautions during the outages.

The Taiwan Water Corporation has announced that planned water shutoffs will take place on Monday, August 3, in Taipei City, New Taipei City, Taoyuan City, Taichung City, Yunlin County, Nantou County, Chiayi County, Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, and Taitung County. Residents in affected areas are advised to complete water storage at least six hours before the shutoff begins. During the shutoff, power to water pumps must be turned off to prevent motor damage or fire hazards caused by dry running.

Taipei City Shutoff Area 1 | August 3, Major Shutoff (4 hours) Shutoff Time: August 3, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (4 hours) Affected Areas: Xinyi District – Lane 172, Section 1, Keelung Road; Zhongshan District – Lane 53 Wuchang Street to Lane 410 Minzu East Road; Wanhua District – No. 2–42-1, Lane 242, Guilin Road

Taipei City Shutoff Area 2 | August 3, Major Shutoff (4 hours) Shutoff Time: August 3, 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM (4 hours) Affected Areas: Shilin District – No. 146 Shezi Street, Lane 7 of Lane 146, and No. 2–8, Lane 150

New Taipei City Shutoff Area 1 | August 3, Major Shutoff (4 hours) Shutoff Time: August 3, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (4 hours) Affected Areas: Sanchong District – Lane 20 and Lane 26, Section 1, Chongyang Road

New Taipei City Shutoff Area 2 | August 3, Major Shutoff (6 hours) Shutoff Time: August 3, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (6 hours) Affected Areas: Xindian District – No. 2–44, Section 3, Anhe Road; Zhonghe District – No. 234–246 (even side), Liancheng Road; Zhonghe District – Huaxin Street and surrounding Gongzhuan Road area

New Taipei City Shutoff Area 3 | August 3, Major Shutoff (4 hours) Shutoff Time: August 3, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (4 hours) Affected Areas: Zhonghe District – No. 19–23 (odd side), Lide Street

Taoyuan City Shutoff Area 1 | August 3, Major Shutoff (5 hours) Reason: Pipeline closure inspection work Shutoff Time: August 3, 11:00 PM – August 4, 4:00 AM (5 hours) Affected Areas: Zhongli District – Puqiang Village; along Zhongshan East Road Section 2, Limin Road, Lizhi 1st, 3rd, and 2nd Streets, Hexiang Street, Guotai Street, Dayong 1st, 3rd, 2nd, and 4th Streets, Xingfu Street, Minxian 2nd Street, Minxian Street, Minyou Street, Minzhi 2nd Street, Minzhi Street, Huanzhong East Road Section 2, and Juguang Road, including alleys

Taoyuan City Shutoff Area 2 | August 3, Major Shutoff (7 hours) Reason: Pipeline replacement project Shutoff Time: August 3, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (7 hours) Affected Areas: Guishan District – Lane 181, Wenhua 7th Road; Lane 17 and Lane 31 of Lane 181, Wenhua 7th Road

Taichung City Shutoff Area 1 | August 3, Major Shutoff (8.5 hours) Reason: Pipeline replacement project Shutoff Time: August 3, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (8.5 hours) Affected Areas: Xitun District – Section 2, Xitun Road; Section 1, Taibei Road; Zhongyi Street; West District – Section 1, Taibei Road; Huamei West Street; Section 2, Xitun Road; Mingzhi Street; Zhongyi Street; Boguan Road

Taichung City Shutoff Area 2 | August 3, Major Shutoff (8 hours) Reason: Pipeline replacement project Shutoff Time: August 3, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (8 hours) Affected Areas: Shalu District – Zhengde Road, Zhengshun Road

Tainan City Shutoff Area 1 | August 3, Major Shutoff (8 hours) Reason: Sewer relocation project Shutoff Time: August 3, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (8 hours) Affected Areas: Yongkang District – Lane 139 (including alleys), Lane 148 (including alleys), Lane 223 (including alleys), Lane 247 (including alleys), Lane 253 (including alleys), No. 105–261 (odd side, including alleys), Lane 181, Lane 250, No. 240–332 (even side, including alleys), Lane 282, Lane 330 (including alleys), No. 1–80, Lane 195, Zhongshan South Road (including alleys)

Tainan City Shutoff Area 2 | August 3, Major Shutoff (9 hours) Reason: Pipeline replacement project Shutoff Time: August 3, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (9 hours) Affected Areas: Yujing District – Xinyi Street, Heping Street

Tainan City Shutoff Area 3 | August 3, Major Shutoff (9 hours) Reason: Pipeline replacement project Shutoff Time: August 3, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (9 hours) Affected Areas: Shanhua District – Heping Road, Minquan Road

Tainan City Shutoff Area 4 | August 3, Major Shutoff (7 hours) Reason: Water supply extension project Shutoff Time: August 3, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (7 hours) Affected Areas: Xinhua District – Surrounding alleys of Lane 314, Minsheng Road

Kaohsiung City Shutoff Area 1 | August 3, Major Shutoff (7 hours) Reason: Main pipeline leak testing Shutoff Time: August 3, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (7 hours) Affected Areas: Hunei District – Zhongxian Village, Gongguan Village, Yecuo Village, Yixian Village (4 villages total)

Nantou County Shutoff Area 1 | August 3, Major Shutoff (9 hours) Reason: Pipeline replacement project Shutoff Time: August 3, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (9 hours) Affected Areas: Ren'ai Township – Datong Village

Yunlin County Shutoff Area 1 | August 3, Major Shutoff (10 hours) Reason: Fire hydrant installation work Shutoff Time: August 3, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (10 hours) Affected Areas: Hufei Town – Liujiajia Road, Xuefu 1st Road, Xuefu 2nd Road, Yongxing North 2nd Street, Yongxing Road, Keyuan Road, Zhanqian West Road, Huxing North Road, Huxing West 11th Street, Huxing West 12th Street, Huxing West 10th Street

Yunlin County Shutoff Area 2 | August 3, Major Shutoff (9 hours) Reason: Pipeline connection work Shutoff Time: August 3, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (9 hours) Affected Areas: Yuanzhang Township – Minglu Road

Chiayi County Shutoff Area 2 | August 3, Major Shutoff (8.5 hours) Reason: Pipeline improvement project Shutoff Time: August 3, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (8.5 hours) Affected Areas: Zhuqi Township – Fujin Village

Taitung County Shutoff Area 1 | August 3, Major Shutoff (7 hours) Reason: Pipeline replacement project Shutoff Time: August 3, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (7 hours) Affected Areas: Taitung City – Shengli Street, Bo'ai Road, Siwei 1st Road, Siwei 2nd Road, Qiangguo Street, Zhongshan Road, Ma Heng Heng Avenue

Check Temporary Water Stations Near You Find nearby water refill stations: [Taiwan Water Corporation]

Check If Your Home Is Affected 1. Add the 'Taiwan Water Corporation Water Shutoff Announcement Official Line' account 2. Tap 'Subscribe to Water Shutoff Alerts' 3. Enter your address to receive notifications before future shutoffs

Water Shutoff Safety Tips 1. Complete water storage at least 6 hours before shutoff to avoid overwhelming the system. 2. Turn off power to water pumps, pressure boosters, and electric water heaters to prevent fires. 3. Users with water inlets below ground level should close the main valve to prevent back-siphonage contamination. 4. Do not submerge rubber hoses in water to avoid secondary contamination during shutoff. 5. After water resumes, open all taps to release air. Users at high elevations or pipe ends may experience delayed supply. Contact the water company if water does not return.

Source: Taiwan Water Corporation

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