Taiwan is shutting three popular mountain farms ahead of a typhoon, a headache for holiday travelers but a sensible safety call.

• Wuling, Cingjing and Fushoushan farms close to visitors from noon tomorrow as Typhoon Sadel approaches.
• Heavy rain could wash out mountain roads, cutting off tourists and staff.
• A tropical depression is adding to the rain, so forecasters expect a soaking beyond the storm itself.
• Guests with bookings are being contacted directly and can cancel or push back their stays for free.
• The farms are also on standby to house evacuees and hand out supplies for nearby communities.

Outlook: The farms stay shut until the weather clears and roads are checked, so reopening depends on how hard the storm hits.