Typhoon Jangmi Approaches Japan, Causing Disruptions and Injuries
Typhoon Jangmi Heads Towards Kyushu
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Tokyo, June 2: A powerful tropical storm is advancing north towards Kyushu, Japan's southwestern island, following its impact on Okinawa the day before, according to the nation's meteorological agency.
As reported at 7 a.m. local time, Typhoon Jangmi, the sixth typhoon of the season, was situated to the west-northwest of Amami-Oshima Island, positioned between Kagoshima and Okinawa prefectures, and was moving north-northeast at approximately 25 km/h, as stated by the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA).
Reports indicate that over ten individuals sustained injuries in Okinawa Prefecture due to the intense winds, as cited by a public broadcaster.
On Tuesday, airlines canceled more than 320 flights to and from Kyushu and other regions, while disruptions to Shinkansen bullet trains were also anticipated, particularly on the Tokaido line, which may face interruptions from Tuesday night into Wednesday.
The JMA has issued warnings regarding strong winds and heavy rainfall, highlighting the risk of landslides, flooding in low-lying areas, and overflowing rivers in the Amami region on Tuesday, extending into western Japan from Tuesday to Wednesday.
In a similar incident last September, Tropical Storm Peipah resulted in 24 injuries and damage to 40 homes across four municipalities in Shizuoka Prefecture, according to local media.
The city government of Makinohara reported incidents of roof tiles being dislodged by fierce winds, utility poles collapsing, and other related occurrences, as noted by a public broadcaster.
The most significant injuries were reported in Makinohara, where three individuals suffered severe injuries and 20 others experienced minor injuries.
Additionally, a farmer in Yaizu City sustained a severe facial fracture when an agricultural greenhouse was swept away by strong winds.
Chubu Electric Power Grid Co. reported that around 17,000 homes in Makinohara and surrounding areas experienced power outages at one point due to the effects of a tornado and strong winds.