Typhoon Sinlaku

September 14, 2008
Typhoon Sinlaku looms ominously over Taiwan on Saturday, September 13.

Typhoon Sinlaku looms ominously over Taiwan on Saturday, September 13. The northern tip of Taiwan can barely be made out through gaps between the swirling arms.

It is now day two of Typhoon Sinlaku, and it’s a big one.  It was nearly a Category 5 before it hit Taiwan yesterday, though by the time it hit my area it was a mere Category 2.  Actually, the eye never even approached Taiching, but it was still severe enough to warrant nationwide school and business closures on Saturday and Sunday.

Sadly, even with my two days off I’ll have no spare time to write much else.  The new school term is now entering its third week, and I’m pretty stinkin’ swamped.  At least my courses are interesting, though.  More when I can.