Archive · 13 Aug 2025
Typhoon Podul Intensifies, Threatening Taiwan
A strong typhoon named Podul is heading towards Taiwan.
It has very strong winds and might bring a lot of rain.
People are being moved to safe places, and schools and businesses are closed to keep people safe.
Flights are not flying.
The typhoon is expected to hit the east coast first.
It's important to be prepared because it could be as strong as the last one, which caused some damage.
Authorities are concerned about the potential impact of the typhoon on the island.
Typhoon Podul is approaching Taiwan with sustained winds of 155 kph.
Over 5,500 people have been evacuated across the island.
Domestic flights and dozens of international flights have been canceled.
Schools and businesses in southern Taiwan are closed.
Mountainous areas could experience torrential rain.
- Who
- Taiwanese authorities, residents, and those affected by the typhoon.
- What
- Typhoon Podul is approaching Taiwan, leading to evacuations and widespread closures.
- When
- Expected to make landfall around noon (0400 GMT) on Wednesday.
- Where
- Southeastern coast of Taiwan, including Taitung County, and potentially impacting the central and southern regions.
- Why
- To protect residents from strong winds, heavy rain, and potential flooding caused by the typhoon.
- Typhoon Name
- Podul
- Wind Speed
- 155 kph (96 mph)
- Gusts
- 191 kph
- Landfall Location
- Taitung County
- Evacuees
- 5,500+
- Flight Cancellations
- All domestic and dozens of international
