TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — A pair of giant rubber ducks in Kaohsiung were buffeted by strong winds on Wednesday (Feb. 21), with one drifting loose and temporarily losing shape.
The rubber ducks were completing the final week of their residency in Kaohsiung from Jan. 27 to Feb. 25, when they encountered sudden, typhoon-level wind gusts. Staff raced to their rescue and carried out repairs, per CTS.
Giant rubber duck braves strong winds. (CNA photo)
One of the rubber ducks appeared partially deflated as the winds disconnected an electrical cable attached to a blower fan in the rubber duck.
Workers rush to reinflate the giant rubber duck. (CNA photo)
Kaohsiung City Government Tourism Bureau issued a message on Facebook that activities around the rubber ducks would be suspended on Wednesday (Feb. 21). It also said the rubber duck in front of the Kaohsiung Pop Music Center was hit by strong winds, causing an electrical problem and a shift in the anchor position.
The tourism bureau said staff made adjustments to fix the issues. It also told nearby ships to keep a safe distance to ensure the safety of onsite operations.
Facebook message suspending peripheral activities on Feb. 21. (Kaohsiung City Government image)