Southwest winds and a low-pressure band are dumping heavy rain on central and southern Taiwan, and Chiayi County has shut down work and school for the day as a safety precaution.

• Chiayi County called off work and classes for August 24 because of the rain risk.
• Central and southern Taiwan are under a heavy rain warning.
• Short bursts of very intense rain are the main danger, raising the chance of flooding and landslides.
• Strong southwest winds combined with a low-pressure band are driving the weather.

Outlook: More closures and disruption are possible across southern Taiwan if the intense rain keeps up.