By MOOK Scenic Spots Family, compiled and reported
The projected path of Typhoon Yutu released at 8 p.m. on October 27. (Photo / Central Weather Bureau, the same below)
Various countries have differing predictions for Yutu’s path. It was initially expected to turn north near the Ryukyu Islands like previous typhoons, but due to the influence of a cold front from China, Yutu has continued westward. Additionally, affected by the Pacific high-pressure system, it is now forecasted to gradually turn north over the sea southwest of Taiwan, possibly passing through the Taiwan Strait and impacting both sides of the strait. The exact path remains to be observed.
The projected path of Typhoon Yutu released at 2 a.m. on October 28. Yutu is expected to turn north after moving westward, but close monitoring is still required.
The intensity of Typhoon Yutu has further increased, moving westward at a speed of 18 km/h. The maximum wind speed near its center is 198 km/h, equivalent to a force 16 wind, with instantaneous gusts reaching 68 m/s (i.e., 245 km/h), equivalent to a force 17 wind. Its path is heading toward the Philippines and may also affect Hong Kong. Travelers planning to visit these areas in the near future should pay special attention.
Typhoon Yutu may also gradually turn north and is expected to create a concurrent effect on Taiwan on Wednesday, October 31, impacting the western part of the island and even northern Taiwan. Significant rainfall may occur in the Taipei-Keelung, Yilan, Hualien, and Taitung regions, with the extent of rainfall depending on how close Yutu gets. The impact on Taiwan is expected to last from Tuesday night until around Friday.