New Hualien barrier lake at risk of overflow, may require evacuation (opens original article in a new tab)

Authorities in Hualien County warn that a newly formed barrier lake may overflow in 10-20 days, prompting evacuation plans for at-risk areas. The lake, with a capacity of 6 million cubic meters, could cause significant downstream damage if it breaches.

• New barrier lake in Hualien County may overflow in 10-20 days
• Authorities identify at-risk households and urge evacuation before deadline
• Barrier lake capacity estimated at 6 million cubic meters, with 1.5 million capable of significant downstream impact