Typhoon Champi knocks out power to thousands in Taiwan

Two Malaysian nationals are being treated for minor injuries in Taiwan due to the aftermath of Typhoon Champi, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, also known as Wisma Putra. The ministry confirmed this information with the Malaysia-China Friendship and Trade Center in Taipei, which provided consular assistance to the two affected individuals.

The center continues to maintain contact with a group of Malaysian students and local authorities to monitor developments and safeguard the well-being of Malaysian nationals in Taiwan, the ministry stated in a statement. Malaysian nationals requiring consular assistance or those with Malaysian citizens who may need help in affected areas are advised to contact the Malaysia-China Friendship and Trade Center in Taipei via phone +886 972 349 343 or email mwtaipei@kln.gov.my.

Wisma Putra emphasized that their team is closely monitoring the situation, as the aftermath of Taufan Champi brought strong winds, heavy rain, and widespread disruptions to transportation and public services. The typhoon caused flight cancellations and ferry disruptions, with severe weather conditions expected to persist in several regions of Taiwan.

According to the ministry, local authorities have evacuated residents from flood-prone and landslide-prone areas, including the Hualien airport region affected by landslides. Malaysian citizens residing or visiting Taiwan are advised to remain vigilant, avoid coastal and mountainous areas, and follow all safety and evacuation instructions issued by local authorities.

Malaysian nationals are also encouraged to monitor local weather advisories and refrain from unnecessary travel to flood-prone, landslide-prone, or other weather-related hazardous areas. Wisma Putra noted that due to ongoing transportation disruptions, Malaysian citizens with travel plans should check flight or ferry status directly with dispatchers before reaching the airport or terminal.

The ministry encourages all Malaysian nationals to register and keep their contact information updated via the e-Konsular portal at https://ekonsular.kln.gov.my for efficient communication and consular assistance.