A heavy thunderstorm in Kaohsiung in the early morning caused road trees and power poles to break and block lanes in the inner lake area | Local | Central News Agency CNA

2024/4/25 09:11(Updated 4/25 09:41)

(Central News Agency reporter Zhang Weilian, Kaohsiung, 25th) A heavy thunderstorm occurred in Kaohsiung City early this morning. On Dongfang Road in Hunei District toward Qiecheng District, there were fallen trees, roadside sign poles and electric poles broken, causing damage to both lanes of the two-way lanes. The police have notified Taipower and related manufacturers to deal with the problem.

The Hunei Branch of the Kaohsiung City Government Police Department stated that tree branches, sign poles and electric poles broke at 6:35 a.m. on Dongfang Road heading towards Qiefen District. The fallen trees, street signs and electric poles were too large, causing obstruction on both sides of the two-way lanes. , it was initially impossible to remove it with bare hands. Taipower and the manufacturer were notified to deal with it, and personnel were sent to the scene to guard and divert traffic. No casualties were caused.

The Central Meteorological Administration issued an instant warning of severe thunderstorms for Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, and Pingtung County at 7:38 a.m., which will last until 8:45 a.m. Statistics from 12 a.m. to 8 a.m. show that among the top 10 accumulated rainfalls, Kaohsiung area takes the top five places, in order: Gangshan 71.0mm, Yongan 66.0mm, Guoyi S346K 61.0mm, Qieyu 60.5mm, Xingda 58.5mm. The public is reminded to beware of severe rainfall, lightning strikes, and strong gusts above level 9. The (river) water has surged, and low-lying areas must beware of flooding and low visibility. (Editor: Zhang Mingkun) 1130425

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