Hualien Wanli Creek Landslide Dam at Risk of Overflow; Preventive Evacuation for 7 Villages in Fenglin and Wanrong
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- Hualien Wanli Creek Landslide Dam at Risk of Overflow; Preventive Evacuation for 7 Villages in Fenglin and Wanrong
- The Hualien Forest Management Office issued a yellow alert for the Wanli Creek landslide dam due to forecasted heavy rainfall from a typhoon's outer circulation, prompting preventive evacuations for 208 residents across seven villages in Fenglin Township and Wanrong Township within 48 hours.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 25, 2026
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The Hualien Forest Management Office issued a yellow alert for the Wanli Creek landslide dam due to forecasted heavy rainfall from a typhoon's outer circulation, prompting preventive evacuations for 208 residents across seven villages in Fenglin Township and Wanrong Township within 48 hours.
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- Hualien Wanli Creek Landslide Dam at Risk of Overflow; Preventive Evacuation for 7 Villages in Fenglin and Wanrong (June 25, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- June 25, 2026
The Hualien Forest Management Office issued a yellow alert for the Wanli Creek landslide dam due to forecasted heavy rainfall from a typhoon's outer circulation, prompting preventive evacuations for 208 residents across seven villages in Fenglin Township and Wanrong Township within 48 hours.
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Central News
(Central News Agency reporter Chang Chi, Hualien County, June 25) The Hualien Branch of the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency issued a yellow alert for the Wanli Creek landslide dam at 8 a.m. today. Based on rainfall forecasts from the Central Weather Administration at 5 a.m., the dam could overflow within 48 hours. Starting at 10 a.m., township offices in Fenglin and Wanrong initiated preventive evacuations for 71 households and 208 residents in seven villages.
Hualien Branch Director Huang Chun-Ts'e stated that according to the Central Weather Administration's 5 a.m. forecast, rainfall in Hualien could exceed 70 millimeters over the next 48 hours due to the outer circulation of a typhoon—far surpassing the 54-millimeter threshold discussed in prior meetings. With the dam lake likely to fill up, the yellow alert and warning level table were jointly issued at 8 a.m.
Huang said today's aerial survey showed the dam currently holds 780,000 cubic meters of water, with a water level of approximately 1,049 meters. The full capacity level is 1,080 meters. The yellow alert aims to prompt early evacuation of residents in the warning zone ahead of potential typhoon-related rainfall.
The downstream warning zone includes seven villages in Wanrong Township and Fenglin Township, totaling 71 households and 208 people.
Wanrong Township Mayor Liang Kuang-Ming announced that preventive evacuations for 23 households and 92 residents in Wanrong Village and Mingli Village began at 10 a.m. Residents were notified via public address systems and door-to-door posting of evacuation notices. Mandatory evacuations began at 5 p.m. Evacuees are being accommodated at Mingli Elementary School and the Mingli Village Office Community Center.
Fenglin Township's warning zone includes Senrong, Changqiao, Shanxing, Fengxin, and Darong villages, with 49 households and 116 residents. The township office urgently mobilized supplies this morning, with military support deployed. Preventive evacuations began at 1:30 p.m., with shelters set up at the Lintianshan Zhongshan Hall and Fenglin Lehuo Hall.
The Wanli Creek landslide dam is located about 30 kilometers upstream of the Highway No. 9 Wanli Creek Bridge. The Highway Bureau has mobilized contractors to both ends of the bridge and may implement preventive bridge closures if a red alert is issued. Drivers are advised to use alternative routes such as Highway No. 11 and No. 11A.
Additionally, the Lintianshan Forestry Cultural Park began preventive closure at noon today. The Hualien Branch stated that priority during the closure will be given to relocating and securing cultural artifacts, with reopening dates to be announced based on future safety assessments. (Edited by Li Shu-Hua) 1150625
(Central News Agency reporter Chang Chi, Hualien County, June 25) The Hualien Branch of the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency issued a yellow alert for the Wanli Creek landslide dam at 8 a.m. today. Based on rainfall forecasts from the Central Weather Administration at 5 a.m., the dam could overflow within 48 hours. Starting at 10 a.m., township offices in Fenglin and Wanrong initiated preventive evacuations for 71 households and 208 residents in seven villages.
Hualien Branch Director Huang Chun-Ts'e stated that according to the Central Weather Administration's 5 a.m. forecast, rainfall in Hualien could exceed 70 millimeters over the next 48 hours due to the outer circulation of a typhoon—far surpassing the 54-millimeter threshold discussed in prior meetings. With the dam lake likely to fill up, the yellow alert and warning level table were jointly issued at 8 a.m.
Huang said today's aerial survey showed the dam currently holds 780,000 cubic meters of water, with a water level of approximately 1,049 meters. The full capacity level is 1,080 meters. The yellow alert aims to prompt early evacuation of residents in the warning zone ahead of potential typhoon-related rainfall.
The downstream warning zone includes seven villages in Wanrong Township and Fenglin Township, totaling 71 households and 208 people.
Wanrong Township Mayor Liang Kuang-Ming announced that preventive evacuations for 23 households and 92 residents in Wanrong Village and Mingli Village began at 10 a.m. Residents were notified via public address systems and door-to-door posting of evacuation notices. Mandatory evacuations began at 5 p.m. Evacuees are being accommodated at Mingli Elementary School and the Mingli Village Office Community Center.
Fenglin Township's warning zone includes Senrong, Changqiao, Shanxing, Fengxin, and Darong villages, with 49 households and 116 residents. The township office urgently mobilized supplies this morning, with military support deployed. Preventive evacuations began at 1:30 p.m., with shelters set up at the Lintianshan Zhongshan Hall and Fenglin Lehuo Hall.
The Wanli Creek landslide dam is located about 30 kilometers upstream of the Highway No. 9 Wanli Creek Bridge. The Highway Bureau has mobilized contractors to both ends of the bridge and may implement preventive bridge closures if a red alert is issued. Drivers are advised to use alternative routes such as Highway No. 11 and No. 11A.
Additionally, the Lintianshan Forestry Cultural Park began preventive closure at noon today. The Hualien Branch stated that priority during the closure will be given to relocating and securing cultural artifacts, with reopening dates to be announced based on future safety assessments. (Edited by Li Shu-Hua) 1150625
FAQ
What is the current water level of Wanli Creek landslide dam?
Approximately 1,049 meters, 31 meters below full capacity at 1,080 meters.
Who issued the evacuation order?
The Hualien Branch of the Forestry Agency issued the yellow alert, and local township offices executed evacuations.
When will Lintianshan Park reopen?
Reopening date will be announced after safety assessment; currently undetermined.
Is Highway No. 9 currently open?
Yes, but preventive closure may occur if a red alert is issued.
What supplies are available at shelters?
Basic supplies including drinking water, cots, blankets, and hygiene kits are provided.