Taipower spokesman Lin Defu said that heavy rains have continued in the Sanzhi area of Jinshan since yesterday evening. The 345KV transmission tower collapsed this morning, causing the power of Unit 2 of Nuclear Plant No. 1 to be unable to be sent out. Unit No. 2 of Nuclear Plant No. 1 automatically tripped due to the protection mechanism. machine.
He pointed out that there are no problems with the internal generators and reactors of the nuclear power plant. Taipower is currently troubleshooting the No. 2 unit of the nuclear power plant. How long the tower needs to be repaired and alternative power supply options are still under study.
The Taiwan Meteorological Administration has issued special heavy rain warnings for seven counties and cities including Keelung City, New Taipei City, Taichung City, Nantou County, Chiayi County, Kaohsiung City, and Pingtung County. The Shimen District Office of New Taipei City said that due to heavy rain, all offices and schools will suspend work and classes today, and new buses in Shimen District will also be suspended. Jinshan District and Sanzhi District also announced the suspension of work and classes. The picture shows a vehicle on the Taiwan Second Line from Jinshan to Sanzhi that was soaked in water and broke down.
According to reports, a stream in Keelung swelled and a woman growing vegetables was washed away by the flood. The Keelung Fire Department has sent rescuers to search for her.