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Typhoon Sandalwood: A Powerful Storm That Devastated Kaohsiung and Mountain Areas
2024年颱風 山陀兒:重創高雄及山區的大型風暴
In September 2024, Typhoon Sandalwood swept across Asia, becoming one of the major news stories at the time. This powerful typhoon brought heavy rains and fierce winds, causing severe damage to Kaohsiung City and the mountainous regions of Taiwan, and also affecting countries like Japan and the Philippines. To ensure safety, many residents were forced to evacuate their homes to avoid potential disasters.
2024年9月,山陀兒颱風橫掃亞洲,成為了當時的頭條新聞之一。這場強烈的颱風帶來了大量降雨和猛烈的強風,對台灣的高雄市及山區造成了嚴重的破壞,並波及日本和菲律賓等國。為了保障安全,許多居民被迫撤離家園,避開可能的災害。
What is a Typhoon?
什麼是颱風?
A typhoon is a powerful storm that occurs in the Pacific Ocean, similar to hurricanes in the Atlantic. Typhoons bring storms that can cause floods, landslides, and destruction of homes and infrastructure. When facing a typhoon, people usually need to stock up on food, water, and other essentials to prepare for the storm.
颱風是發生於太平洋上的強烈風暴,類似於大西洋上的「颶風」。颱風帶來的暴風雨不僅可能引發洪水和山崩,還會摧毀房屋和基礎設施。面對颱風來襲,人們通常需要儲備食物、水和其他必需品,以做好防災準備。
Common English Words for Typhoons
颱風相關的常見英文詞彙
Typhoon(颱風):指發生於太平洋上的風暴。
Hurricane(颶風):發生於大西洋上的類似風暴。
Storm surge(風暴潮):由風暴引起的海平面上升,可能造成沿海地區的洪水。
Wind speed(風速):指風的吹拂速度,強風可能摧毀建築物和樹木。
Heavy rain(暴雨):颱風帶來的大量降雨,可能導致洪水。
Evacuation(疏散):有時人們需撤離家園,前往安全的地方。
Landslide(山崩):暴雨導致地面滑動,可能摧毀道路和房屋。
Typhoon Safety Tips
颱風安全提示
Stay inside and avoid going outside during the storm.
風暴期間應待在室內,避免外出。
Prepare food, water, and flashlights.
準備足夠的食物、水和手電筒等應急物資。
Move to a safe area if you live near the coast or on a hill.
若居住於沿海或山坡,應及時撤離到安全地點。
Typhoon Sandalwood reminds us once again that the power of nature should not be underestimated, and disaster preparedness is essential. Please stay alert and ensure your safety!
山陀兒颱風再次提醒我們,自然的力量不可小覷,防災準備必不可少。請務必保持警覺,確保自身安全!
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