Tokyo, June 2: Typhoon ‘Jangmi’ is moving northward towards Japan’s southwestern island of Kyushu after causing severe destruction near Okinawa. This information was confirmed by the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA).
As of 7 AM local time, Typhoon ‘Jangmi’ was located northwest of Oshima Island, which lies between Kagoshima and Okinawa prefectures. The storm is advancing at a speed of approximately 25 kilometers per hour in a northeast direction.
According to the Xinhua News Agency, over ten people have been injured in Okinawa due to strong winds.
On Tuesday, more than 320 flights were canceled in Kyushu and surrounding areas. Additionally, Shinkansen bullet trains may also be affected, with potential disruptions expected on the Tōkaidō Line from Tuesday night into Wednesday.
The weather agency has issued warnings for strong winds and heavy rainfall. This poses risks of landslides in the Amami region on Tuesday and flooding in low-lying areas and river overflows in western Japan from Tuesday to Wednesday.
Last September, Typhoon ‘Peipah’ caused significant damage, injuring 24 people and damaging 40 homes across four cities in Shizuoka Prefecture.
Residents in Makinohara reported that strong winds ripped off roof tiles, toppled power poles, and caused various incidents. According to NHK, the most severe damage occurred in Makinohara, where three individuals were seriously injured, and 20 others sustained minor injuries.
In addition, a greenhouse in Yaizu was blown away by the strong winds, resulting in severe facial injuries to a 40-year-old farmer.
Chubu Electric Power Grid Company reported that around 17,000 homes in Makinohara and nearby areas experienced temporary power outages due to the effects of the tornado and strong winds.
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