Typhoon Shanshan brought heavy rain to parts of Japan, leading to a landslide that resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued the highest-level warnings as the typhoon made its way towards southern Kyushu, with expectations of up to 60 centimeters of rainfall and strong winds. This raised concerns about potential damages as the typhoon moves across the Japanese archipelago over the next days.
The slow-moving typhoon, named Shanshan, began affecting southern Japan with heavy rainfall, prompting weather officials to issue severe warnings. Three individuals were injured, and three others went missing due to storm-related incidents. The typhoon, with wind speeds of up to 180 kilometers per hour, was forecasted to reach southern Kyushu with the potential of making landfall Thursday, particularly affecting the Kagoshima prefecture.
In the central city of Gamagori, heavy rain caused a landslide that buried a house with five occupants. While two individuals were rescued, three remained missing. The typhoon also created hazardous conditions on Amami Island, where one person was knocked down by a strong gust while riding a motorcycle.
Government and weather officials expressed concern about widespread damage expected from the typhoon’s effects, including floods, landslides, and disruptions to transportation and daily operations. Calls were made for residents in Shanshan’s projected path to take necessary precautions, like identifying nearby shelters. Flight cancellations were announced, along with potential suspensions of train services in certain regions.
With the looming threat posed by Typhoon Shanshan, authorities urged residents to stay vigilant and prioritize their safety. Essential services, such as postal deliveries and supermarkets, were impacted as preparations were made to mitigate the storm’s potential impact on communities in the affected areas.