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First typhoon of the year is likely to form by tomorrow

A tropical depression crossing the Philippines could develop into Typhoon Muifa

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First typhoon of the year is likely to form by tomorrow

TAIPEI (Taiwan News)-- A tropical depression located east of the Philippines is likely to turn into the first typhoon of the year 2017 today at the soonest, the Central Weather Bureau said Tuesday.

The tropical depression is located 2000 kilometers southeast of Taiwan, and if the depression continues to gain strength, it is likely to turn into the first typhoon of this year in the following two days.

If the typhoon forms, it will carry the name Muifa (梅花) or the Cantonese pronunciation for the word "plum blossom," but it is not expected to have a direct impact on Taiwan, according to the CWB.