Heavy rains from nearby typhoon pound Taiwan, 200 to be evacuated on east coast

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Heavy rains from a passing typhoon caused localized flooding in Taipei and parts of southern Taiwan, prompting the evacuation of over 200 people on the east coast due to a potential breach of a barrier lake in the mountains. Preparations are underway to mitigate flooding risks.

TAIPEI, June 25 - Heavy rains from a passing typhoon caused localised flooding in Taipei and parts of southern Taiwan on Thursday, while more than 200 people on the east coast will be evacuated ahead of a possible breach of a barrier lake in the mountains.