Plum Rain Deluge: National Park Service Urges Mountain Climbing Safety, 5 Key Principles
Taiwan's National Park Service, under the Ministry of the Interior, has issued safety reminders for hiking and water activities during the plum rain season, urging the public to follow five safety principles and noting that alpine national parks like Yushan, Taroko, and Shei-Pa have strengthened safety information releases.
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(Central News Agency, reporter Gao Huaqian, Taipei, June 9) With the abundant rainfall brought by the plum rain season, the National Park Service under the Ministry of the Interior reminds the public that when engaging in water activities or mountain climbing in national parks, they must pay close attention to the latest weather information and follow the five principles of "avoiding severe weather, staying away from dangerous terrain, choosing a safe shelter, keeping the body dry, and reducing the risk of body exposure," prioritizing safety.
A frontal system approaching and strengthening southwesterly winds are bringing rain across Taiwan. The National Park Service stated in a press release that the current rainfall hotspot is concentrated in areas south of Chiayi. Subsequently, rain will affect the entire island, and some coastal and beach areas will be affected by strong winds, high waves, and thunderstorms, requiring heightened safety alerts. In coastal areas where wave heights exceed 1 meter, the Kenting National Park Management Office will set up red flags on beaches within its jurisdiction to warn tourists not to enter dangerous waters or engage in related water activities, and to cooperate with on-site management measures to jointly maintain recreational safety.
The National Park Service stated that weather in mountainous areas changes rapidly and is unpredictable during the plum rain season. Short-duration heavy rainfall can cause risks such as slippery trails, flash floods, rockfalls, landslides, and reduced visibility. Alpine national parks such as Yushan, Taroko, and Shei-Pa have been continuously releasing mountain climbing safety information through their official websites and social media, reminding climbers to check weather forecasts and trail opening status before departure, and to implement climbing plans and risk management.
For mountain climbing activities, the National Park Service recommends that climbers carry warm and waterproof gear, wear two-piece raincoats in rainy weather to balance waterproofing and safety while moving, and prepare necessary equipment such as headlamps, offline maps, communication devices, and emergency food.
The National Park Service said that if encountering heavy rain, lightning, or other dangerous weather, climbers should immediately stop moving forward, avoid high-risk areas such as ridges, exposed peaks, and river valleys, and follow the principles of "avoiding severe weather, staying away from dangerous terrain, choosing a safe shelter, keeping the body dry, and reducing the risk of body exposure" to ensure their own safety.
The National Park Service further stated that due to the recent high soil moisture content in mountainous areas, the stability of some trails and slopes has decreased. Even after the rain subsides, rockfalls or landslides may still occur. It urges the public to decisively adjust or cancel their itineraries if the risk is assessed to be too high. After all, mountain forest resources are sustainable, and returning home safely is the most important goal of any journey.
The National Park Service said that as the frequency of extreme weather events increases, it will continue to strengthen various safety patrols and information dissemination efforts. It also reminds the public to develop the habit of checking the weather before departure, paying attention to environmental changes during activities, and obeying on-site warning signs, in order to jointly create a safe and friendly national park recreation environment. (Editor: Zhang Junmao) 1150609
A frontal system approaching and strengthening southwesterly winds are bringing rain across Taiwan. The National Park Service stated in a press release that the current rainfall hotspot is concentrated in areas south of Chiayi. Subsequently, rain will affect the entire island, and some coastal and beach areas will be affected by strong winds, high waves, and thunderstorms, requiring heightened safety alerts. In coastal areas where wave heights exceed 1 meter, the Kenting National Park Management Office will set up red flags on beaches within its jurisdiction to warn tourists not to enter dangerous waters or engage in related water activities, and to cooperate with on-site management measures to jointly maintain recreational safety.
The National Park Service stated that weather in mountainous areas changes rapidly and is unpredictable during the plum rain season. Short-duration heavy rainfall can cause risks such as slippery trails, flash floods, rockfalls, landslides, and reduced visibility. Alpine national parks such as Yushan, Taroko, and Shei-Pa have been continuously releasing mountain climbing safety information through their official websites and social media, reminding climbers to check weather forecasts and trail opening status before departure, and to implement climbing plans and risk management.
For mountain climbing activities, the National Park Service recommends that climbers carry warm and waterproof gear, wear two-piece raincoats in rainy weather to balance waterproofing and safety while moving, and prepare necessary equipment such as headlamps, offline maps, communication devices, and emergency food.
The National Park Service said that if encountering heavy rain, lightning, or other dangerous weather, climbers should immediately stop moving forward, avoid high-risk areas such as ridges, exposed peaks, and river valleys, and follow the principles of "avoiding severe weather, staying away from dangerous terrain, choosing a safe shelter, keeping the body dry, and reducing the risk of body exposure" to ensure their own safety.
The National Park Service further stated that due to the recent high soil moisture content in mountainous areas, the stability of some trails and slopes has decreased. Even after the rain subsides, rockfalls or landslides may still occur. It urges the public to decisively adjust or cancel their itineraries if the risk is assessed to be too high. After all, mountain forest resources are sustainable, and returning home safely is the most important goal of any journey.
The National Park Service said that as the frequency of extreme weather events increases, it will continue to strengthen various safety patrols and information dissemination efforts. It also reminds the public to develop the habit of checking the weather before departure, paying attention to environmental changes during activities, and obeying on-site warning signs, in order to jointly create a safe and friendly national park recreation environment. (Editor: Zhang Junmao) 1150609
FAQ
Who is the subject of this news?
The National Park Service under Taiwan's Ministry of the Interior.
How many safety principles were announced?
Five principles were announced.
Which national parks are mentioned?
Kenting, Yushan, Taroko, and Shei-Pa National Parks.