Taiwan is preparing for the potential impact of Typhoon Champi, which could result in heavy rain later this week. Authorities may issue a sea warning as early as Wednesday night, with a possible land warning to follow on Thursday night or Friday, as the typhoon approaches the island.
The storm is expected to have its greatest impact on Friday and Saturday, with forecasts indicating significant rainfall in central and northern Taiwan, as well as in the eastern counties of Yilan and Hualien. Currently, Typhoon Champi is moving west-northwest at approximately 20 kilometers per hour, carrying maximum sustained winds of 191 kilometers per hour. Meteorological projections suggest the storm could maintain its strength as it nears the waters northeast of Taiwan.
The path of Typhoon Champi remains uncertain, with different weather models proposing several potential trajectories. The storm could make landfall in eastern Taiwan, veer north before reaching the island, or take a more southerly route through the Bashi Channel, located between Taiwan and the Philippines. The typhoon’s movement will be influenced in part by changes in the Pacific high-pressure system, which could alter its direction.
In the days leading up to the typhoon’s arrival, weather conditions across Taiwan are expected to remain relatively stable. However, isolated showers may occur in some coastal and eastern areas as the storm draws nearer.