# Taiwan disaster prevention and resilience initiatives

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/taiwan-disaster-prevention-and-resilience-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-09-19T10:01:04.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 3.

Disaster prevention and resilience initiatives in Taiwan have focused on community education and practical preparedness. Initial efforts included a summer camp in Taipei City for elementary students and their parents, utilizing hands-on simulations for earthquake evacuation, first aid, and CPR training.

To mark National Disaster Prevention Day and the 27th anniversary of the 921 earthquake, regional activities have expanded. In Nantou County, events at the 921 Memorial Park involved over 2,000 participants and featured demonstrations of emergency kits, earthquake drills such as ‘drop, cover, and hold on,’ and modern rescue equipment like firefighting robots and drones. The county has also established 19 resilient communities to strengthen local response networks. In Kaohsiung, the Dingjin Division of the Fire Bureau partnered with retailers to create one-stop disaster prevention zones where citizens can purchase essential supplies like survival kits and flashlights during routine shopping.

Further large-scale drills are scheduled for September 21. The Central Weather Administration plans to test the Cell Broadcast Service (CBS) with three stages of alerts: a simulated magnitude 7.3 earthquake in Taitung at 9:21 AM, a tsunami warning for coastal areas at 9:30 AM, and a cancellation at 10:00 AM. Authorities noted these alerts will be marked with ‘【115年國家防災日演習】’ to prevent panic. In Pingtung, officials clarified the tsunami drill is a system test only. Complementary educational activities, including interactive booths at Da-Yeh University and community fairs in Taipei, continue to promote skills such as CPR, AED operation, and fire safety.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-19: Taiwan to conduct National Disaster Prevention Day emergency drills

Taiwan will conduct National Disaster Prevention Day drills on September 21, including simulated earthquake and tsunami mobile alerts to test emergency systems and enhance public preparedness.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/taipei-city-hosts-national-disaster-prevention-day-educational-events

### 2026-09-04: Taiwan marks National Disaster Prevention Day with resilience initiatives

Taiwan marks National Disaster Prevention Day with community drills in Nantou and the establishment of emergency supply zones in Kaohsiung retail stores to boost earthquake preparedness.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/taiwan-marks-national-disaster-prevention-day-with-resilience-initiatives

### 2026-08-18: Taipei City holds disaster prevention summer camp for families

Taipei City held a disaster prevention summer camp for 160 students and parents, focusing on earthquake drills, first aid, and emergency preparedness through hands-on simulations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/taipei-city-holds-disaster-prevention-summer-camp-for-families

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