Will Typhoon Dolphin Bring Another Typhoon Day Off? Mayor Chiang Wan-an Responds with 'Eight Characters'

Typhoon Dolphin, a moderate typhoon, is expected to enter the East China Sea on the 8th. According to meteorological expert Wu De-rong, its circulation will pass through the northern waters of Taiwan on the 8th and 9th, increasing rainfall in western regions.

Regarding the possibility of a typhoon day off, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an emphasized that the city will closely monitor developments and has already implemented comprehensive typhoon preparedness measures based on the principle of 'anticipate threats broadly, respond to them strictly'.

Wu De-rong stated that this year’s 13th typhoon, Dolphin, remains a large moderate typhoon moving westward. It is expected to pass near the Ryukyu Islands on the 7th and enter the southern East China Sea on the 8th. Its movement will slow down, gradually turning northward, increasing uncertainty in its path.

Will Typhoon Dolphin hit Taiwan?

Wu noted that according to the latest European ensemble model simulations, individual projected paths from August 8th onward differ due to variations in how quickly the northern high-pressure system weakens. This affects both the continuation of its westward track and the point at which it turns northward. If it moves westward closer to mainland China before recurving, Taiwan will face greater impacts. If it turns northward upon entering the East China Sea, the effects will be minimal.

Wu explained that before the 9th, Typhoon Dolphin’s circulation will gradually pass through northern waters around Taiwan. As its outer bands graze the area, northern and parts of central and southern Taiwan will see scattered brief showers starting on the 7th. Rainfall will intensify on the 8th and 9th, with slightly cooler temperatures. Meanwhile, the eastern region, on the leeward side experiencing downslope warming, may face extreme heat, and stronger gusts are expected across all regions.

Mayor Chiang Wan-an said that while meteorological forecasts suggest a maritime typhoon warning could be issued as early as the afternoon of the 7th, the typhoon’s path and speed still carry uncertainties. The city government will continue monitoring weather dynamics closely. In facing the typhoon threat, the city adheres to the principle of 'anticipate broadly, respond strictly'. On the 6th, the city confirmed the preparedness status of all departments, ensuring flood prevention materials and emergency mechanisms are in place to safeguard citizens’ safety.