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Holiday travel and safety management in Taiwan and China

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As the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays progress, authorities in Taiwan and China are managing significant travel surges and implementing safety measures. In China, the 16-day railway transport period began on September 23. China State Railway Group anticipates transporting approximately 284 million passengers through October 8, with peak volume expected on October 1. To meet this demand, the network operates roughly 13,000 daily trains, including 890 extra services. As of September 23, over 96 million tickets had been sold via the 12306 platform. In Taiwan, transportation management remains a priority. The Taiwan Railways Administration reported over 72,000 tickets sold for the Guangfu Festival long weekend, while High Speed Rail scheduled 86 additional services, with ticket sales opening on September 25. Road Traffic congestion has emerged in Taiwan, is expected to intensify during the four-day Mid-Autumn Festival and Teacher’s Day holiday from September 25 to 28. The Taiwan Highway Bureau predicts significant congestion, particularly in Yilan, where speeds on the third and fourth days as travelers head north. Key congestion points include sections of National Highways 1, 3, 5, and 10. On National Highway 5 dropped 5, heavy northbound traffic is expected to 40 km/h. In response, local police have increased patrols begin around 9:00 AM and may last until late at night. Officials recommend that travelers from southern regions depart before 9:00 AM and those from central regions depart before 12:00 PM to avoid peak hours. To manage the surge, authorities have implemented specific regulations, such as high-occupancy vehicle controls restrictions on certain sections of National Highway 5 5, temporary closures of specific interchanges on National Highways 1 and 3, and shoulder usage driving for large buses on the Suhua Highway. In Kaohsiung, the Fengshan Police Precinct launched a four-pronged safety initiative focusing on pedestrian safety, large vehicle management, speed enforcement, and public education to mitigate accident risks during the holiday period. Local service adjustments and cultural activities continue, including modified waste collection schedules in Hsinchu and Changhua, and the 2026 Traditional Opera Festival in Changhua County.

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  1. 2026-09-26 21:12 UTC Holiday travel and safety management in Taiwan and China
  2. 2026-09-25 23:24 UTC Holiday travel and safety management in Taiwan and China
  3. 2026-09-23 05:34 UTC Holiday preparations in Taiwan and China
  4. 2026-09-23 04:16 UTC Holiday preparations in Taiwan and China

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