Suspension of Services at Some New Taipei City Attractions Due to Typhoon Kaimi
Press Release by New Taipei City Government Tourism and Travel Department - July 23, 2024
Suspension of Services at Some New Taipei City Attractions Due to Typhoon Kaimi
[New Taipei City News] The Central Weather Bureau has issued a land typhoon warning for Typhoon Kaimi, designating New Taipei City as a warning area. To ensure the quality of exhibitions and the safety of tourists, the New Taipei City Government Tourism and Travel Department has announced the precautionary removal of the giant whale installation at Bitan on July 23 and the suspension of Bitan water pedal boat operations. Additionally, Shifen Waterfall Park will be closed to visitors from 3 PM today.
In response to the typhoon's accelerated approach, the east bank of Bitan and the Ferryhead parking lot will implement vehicle control measures. From 4 PM today, vehicles will only be allowed to exit and not enter these areas, and any vehicles remaining in the parking lot after 8 PM will be towed.
Furthermore, if New Taipei City declares a work suspension in certain areas, service facilities within scenic areas such as the Shen’ao Rail Bike, Ruei-San Coal Mine, Sandiaoling Eco-Friendly Tunnel, Yunxian Park, and Yehliu Ocean World will suspend entry and tourism services accordingly.
New Taipei City has completed the preparatory work for scenic area contacts and is gradually completing the evacuation of facilities and implementing flood control measures. The public is also urged to avoid mountain areas, riversides, or coastal areas for fishing or wave watching during the typhoon to ensure their safety.
【This news release has been translated by ChatGPT.】
