Taiwan Mayors Face Political Pressure in Deciding Typhoon Day Off

Taiwan Mayors Face Political Pressure in Deciding Typhoon Day Off

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This report highlights how the decision by Taiwan's mayors to close work and schools during typhoons becomes a significant political issue, especially in election years. An expert notes that the probability of such closures increases by 31 percent during these times, indicating the political weight of these safety decisions.

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