Taiwan's coast guard and the Taitung County government are taking measures to protect the annual flying fish festival of the Tao people on Taiwan's outlying Orchid Island.
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00:00 The Coast Guard is working to protect a traditional flying fish festival on Taiwan's outlying
00:06 Orchid Island.
00:07 The indigenous Daou people there are celebrating their February flying fish season.
00:12 They believe these fish are a sacred gift from heaven and prepare for the annual tradition
00:17 with many rules and rituals.
00:19 In previous years, tourists have filmed the events, damaged traditional boats and interrupted
00:24 fishing activities.
00:26 The Coast Guard has dispatched a boat and drones to prevent tourists from interfering.
00:30 Thank you.