July 6, 2025 — Taiwan — Typhoon Danas, now classified as a moderate typhoon, is making its way through the Taiwan Strait with intensifying winds and an expanding storm radius. The Central Weather Administration (CWA) has warned that the system will skirt close to Taiwan’s western coast from this afternoon until tomorrow morning. Regardless of whether the typhoon makes direct landfall, it is expected to bring widespread strong winds and heavy rainfall across the island.
Flight Cancellations and Airline Responses
As of 6:00 p.m. on July 5, the Civil Aviation Administration reported that 22 domestic flights were canceled and 4 were delayed. Although international flights remain largely unaffected for now, changes are expected for select routes. Airlines are closely monitoring the typhoon’s movements and have activated typhoon contingency protocols.
Domestic Flights:
- Uni Air: All domestic flights for July 6 are canceled. Limited service will resume in the afternoon of July 7 for routes between Taiwan’s main island and Kinmen and Penghu.
- Mandarin Airlines: All domestic flights canceled on July 6. Service will partially resume July 7 afternoon. Passengers are advised to check the latest flight status on the official website or app.
International Flights:
- China Airlines: Multiple international flights from Kaohsiung to Tokyo, Bangkok, Osaka, Okinawa, and Shanghai have been canceled. Some flights are advanced or postponed to July 7.
- Tigerair Taiwan: Several flights have adjusted departure times. Passengers should verify updated schedules with their departure airports.
- EVA Air: All Kaohsiung departure and return flights for July 6 afternoon are canceled.
- Cathay Pacific: Flights between Kaohsiung and Hong Kong on July 6 and 7 are either canceled or delayed.
Passengers are advised to confirm flight status before departure and utilize each airline’s app or official website for real-time updates.
Taiwan Railways and Alishan Forest Railway
- Taiwan Railways: Trains will operate normally before 12:00 noon on July 6. However, South-Link Line services will be suspended in the afternoon, including trains No. 313 and No. 3028.
- Standing tickets are allowed on certain South-Link Line trains (excluding Tengyun cabin).
- Service updates for July 7 will be released at 8:30 p.m. on July 6.
- Refunds: Full refunds are available for unused tickets purchased during the typhoon warning period.
- Alishan Forest Railway: Service is suspended from July 5 to 8. Operations will resume once routes are confirmed safe.
Shipping Suspensions
Typhoon Danas has halted operations on 14 routes involving 145 sailings on July 6 and is expected to affect 15 routes and 124 sailings on July 7. This includes key routes between:
- Keelung, Matsu, Kinmen, Penghu, Donggang, Xiaoliuqiu, Green Island, and Lanyu
Passengers should monitor official announcements for rescheduling and refunds.
Metro Services
- Taipei Metro: No changes as of now. Updates will be announced via official platforms and in-station announcements.
- Kaohsiung Metro: Service will run on a reduced schedule. MRT trains will operate every 15 minutes, while light rail services will stop at 3:00 p.m.
High-Speed Rail Operations
- Taiwan High Speed Rail: All routes are expected to operate as scheduled on July 6. Refunds are available without handling fees for unused tickets purchased during the typhoon period.
Highway and Road Closures
The Highway Bureau has implemented traffic control measures on several provincial highways:
Traffic-Controlled Roads:
- Southbound lanes of Highway 9 from 398K+600 to 400K+050 (Jinlun to Duoliang)
Closed Roads (Subject to Reopening Based on Conditions):
- Highway 20 from Xiangyang to Wulu
- Highway 20-93 (Qinhe to Fuxing)
- Highway 29-11 (Namasia to Wulipu)
- Highway 18 (Fushan to Alishan)
- Highway 18 (Chukou to Fushan) until 8:00 a.m. on July 7
Travelers are encouraged to consult the Highway Bureau’s Happy Highway App or real-time updates at http://168.thb.gov.tw and tune into police radio for the latest traffic information.
Public Safety Reminder: Officials urge all travelers to stay updated on typhoon developments, avoid unnecessary travel, and follow all government advisories. For updates, visit official transportation websites or contact hotline services for detailed information on schedules, cancellations, and refunds.
