Keelung River Flood: Gongbei Bridge Closed – Xizhi Route Change
News Context
At a glance
- New Taipei City is experiencing a significant rainfall event, leading to proactive measures like road closures and landslide alerts.
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Taiwan Rainfall & Landslide Alerts – May 16, 2024
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Key Developments
- Keelung river High: The land gate of Gongbei Bridge in Xizhi District has been closed as a precautionary measure due to high water levels.
- Landslide Warnings: 137 landslides have been issued a “yellow alert.” One location in Xizhi, New Taipei is considered at risk of a “large-scale” collapse.
- Road Closures: Zhongdi Outer Road in New Taipei City is closed to both work routes and parking.
Landslide Alert Details (Xizhi District)
| Area | Alert Level | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Xizhi District, New Taipei City | Yellow Alert | Moderate Risk - Increased potential for landslides. |
| Specific Location in Xizhi | high Risk | Potential for “large-scale” collapse. |
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