Taiwan Cancels Work and Classes in 20 Counties as Typhoon Bavi Brings 155kph Winds
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Updated · 台北時報 · Jul 11
Taiwan Cancels Work and Classes in 20 Counties as Typhoon Bavi Brings 155kph Winds
3 articles · Updated · 台北時報 · Jul 11
Summary
All but 2 of Taiwan’s 22 cities and counties—Taitung and Kinmen—declared a typhoon day, shutting workplaces and schools as Bavi neared its closest approach from midday through evening.
590km east of Oluanpi at 6pm Friday, Bavi carried 155kph sustained winds, 191kph gusts and a 380km storm radius, with its rain bands and storm circle forecast to hit northeastern and eastern Taiwan early Saturday.
14 cities and counties remained under land warnings, while northern Taiwan, Yilan and central mountain areas faced torrential rain, north-coast gusts above 118kph and seas near the storm center exceeding 10m.
2,050 people had been evacuated by 2pm Friday, mainly in Hualien, as the military put more than 9,000 troops on standby and deployed rescue equipment to Yilan’s Suao.
Transport was sharply reduced: high-speed rail cut service to 3 trains per hour each way, and Taiwan Railway suspended most services before noon, while forecasters said warnings may stay in place until early Sunday as Bavi moves toward China’s coast.
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Overview
As of July 11, 2026, Taiwan is facing major disruption as Typhoon Bavi, a powerful storm, brings life to a near standstill. The nation had prepared for what was expected to be one of the most destructive tropical storms in years, but initial reports suggest Taiwan may have avoided the worst direct impact. Despite this, the island remains in emergency mode as the typhoon makes its closest approach. The immediate effects include 36 reported injuries, widespread evacuations, and strong government action to protect the public, highlighting the seriousness of the ongoing situation.