Will the Subject 2 Driving Test Be Canceled During a Typhoon?
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Typhoon weather may lead to the cancellation of the Subject 2 driving test. Coastal cities experience typhoons annually, and meteorological regulations stipulate that work and school are suspended under a yellow typhoon signal, with tests also being postponed. Therefore, when a yellow typhoon warning or a red rainstorm warning is in effect, as long as the warning has not been lifted, tests scheduled for that day will not proceed. Below is relevant information: Test arrangements during rain: Adjustments to tests due to weather are rare unless the rainfall is exceptionally heavy, which might result in postponement. This is mainly because daily test schedules are tightly packed, and tests will proceed as usual unless there are exceptional circumstances. In the event of sudden heavy rain, the test may resume once the rain eases, and officials will assess whether the test site meets the necessary conditions. Impact of absence: If you miss the test due to heavy rain but the test center has not announced a suspension, it will be treated as an absence. Both Subject 2 and Subject 3 tests allow for five scheduled attempts, and missing one counts as using up one of those opportunities.
A couple of years ago when I took the driving test for Subject 2, I also encountered a typhoon warning. I was really nervous, worried that the test might be suddenly canceled and affect my progress. Such weather is indeed dangerous—strong winds and heavy rain can easily cause waterlogging on the test site and blur visibility. A slight lapse in attention during operation could lead to mistakes. Generally, driving schools or test centers will check weather warnings in advance. If the typhoon is severe, they’ll immediately issue a notice to suspend the test—safety comes first. At that time, I received a text message saying the test was postponed for a week, and I had to reschedule later. My advice is to quickly check the driving school’s official website or ask your instructor for the latest updates to avoid making a wasted trip. Driving during a typhoon requires extra caution, and safety should be the top priority during the test. Cancellations are meant to protect everyone.