Taiwan Is Facing Its Worst Rainfall in 75 Years, and the Hardest-Hit Area Is Exactly Where TSMC’s Most Advanced Fabs Are

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Taiwan has recorded its lowest rainfall in 75 years, with western regions facing severe water shortages.
Hsinchu, home to many of TSMC's most advanced fabs, received a yellow water warning but no immediate production impact was reported.
Local authorities are implementing drought-resistant and water-efficiency measures ahead of hotter months.
Separately, Taiwan's electricity depends on LNG and regional supply strains from the Middle East have reduced national reserves.
