High-speed trains are expected to run normally but speed restrictions will be imposed due to heavy rain and wind

The storm winds of Qiangpitai are still covering the whole Taiwan. The Taiwan High Speed ​​Rail Corporation announced that all lines will operate normally on the 24th. (Provided by Taiwan High Speed Rail)

Typhoon Qiangbi moved 100 kilometers east of Yilan this evening (23rd). It was deflected by terrain and other factors. Taiwan High Speed Rail announced tonight that the entire line will operate normally tomorrow. If some sections have excessive wind speeds and rainfall, speed limits will be adopted. Passengers are advised to allow for flexible time.

The High-Speed ​​Railway stated that based on the comprehensive analysis and judgment of various meteorological information of Typhoon Qiangbi, the entire line will operate normally tomorrow, and all trains will depart according to the timetable to strengthen the service of travel demand; if subsequent operational adjustments are required due to the impact of the typhoon, an announcement will be made in advance as soon as possible. In order to ensure safe operation, if some sections of the road reach the operation limit due to excessive wind speed and rainfall, the train will adopt the speed limit. Passengers are advised to allow sufficient flexible time for transfers.

Due to the possibility of severe wind and rain in some areas, the High-speed Rail reminds people living near the high-speed rail line to secure large T-shaped signs, nylon nets for agriculture (fishing), canvas, scaffolding, balloons, advertising materials and other objects. If these items are blown down by strong winds, they may float into the high-speed rail line, which may entangle overhead tram lines and damage high-speed rail assets and equipment. It will also seriously affect driving safety and may violate the law. Do not take it lightly.

As for refunds, from the date when the maritime typhoon warning is issued to the date when the maritime typhoon warning is lifted, passengers who purchased tickets during the above period, if the train is operating normally but does not board the train, or the train operation is changed or the train is canceled, can use the unused ticket to each high-speed rail station for refund within 1 year from the date of travel (inclusive), without charge.