Typhoon Shanshan has brought severe disruption to southwestern Japan, injuring dozens and causing power outages for approximately 250,000 households.
The powerful storm made landfall near Satsumasendai city on Kyushu island at around 8 a.m.
local time on Thursday (23:00 GMT Wednesday), unleashing winds of up to 252 kilometers per hour (157 miles per hour) and heavy rainfall.
The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings for up to 60 centimeters (23.6 inches) of rain in Kyushu over the next 24 hours, exacerbating the situation.
The storm has led to significant damage, with NHK reporting that one person is missing and 39 others are injured in the Kagoshima and Miyazaki prefectures.
Aoi Nishimoto, a resident of Fukuoka, expressed concern for his family in Miyazaki, where tornadoes and widespread power outages have been reported.
In response to the extreme conditions, Level 5 emergency warnings the highest level have been issued for the cities of Yufu and Usa in Oita Prefecture due to severe flooding risks.
This alert indicates a life-threatening situation. The Kyushu Electric Power Company has confirmed that power disruptions have affected over 250,000 homes across seven prefectures on Kyushu island.
The typhoon is expected to continue its course through Japan’s central and eastern regions, including Tokyo.
As a result, evacuation orders have been issued for millions of residents to ensure their safety.
The continuing impact of Typhoon Shanshan underscores the severe weather challenges faced by the region, with authorities urging everyone to take necessary precautions and stay updated on emergency information.
