Text by MOOK Travel Editor Team
Tropical Storm No. 13 "Malou" formed at 8 a.m. today. The tropical depression that was previously located in the southern sea area of Ryukyu has been slowly moving northeastward and is now about 300 kilometers from Taiwan. The Central Weather Bureau predicts that it will head northeastward toward the southern waters of Japan, with a low probability of directly affecting Taiwan. However, its peripheral cloud bands may bring some brief showers to northern Taiwan.
Tropical Storm "Malou" has formed this morning. (Image source: Central Weather Bureau)
Currently, the most significant impact on Taiwan remains the large low-pressure system covering the island, which has increased moisture levels nearby. The Central Weather Bureau has issued a heavy rain advisory for New Taipei City, Keelung and the northern coast, Kaohsiung, Tainan, Pingtung, and Taitung. Other areas also have a chance of localized heavy rain or downpours, and the heat effect in the afternoon will intensify. Those heading out should carry rain gear and stay hydrated as temperatures rise with the afternoon sunshine.