Typhoon Jangmi weakens after evacuations, injuries and flooding risk across Japan
Typhoon Jangmi has weakened into a tropical depression after moving eastwards away from Japan, following days of heavy rain, strong winds and disruption across a wide area. The storm, also known as Typhoon No 6, affected regions from Okinawa to mainland Japan. Authorities had advised more than 1 million people to evacuate as the system brought flooding risk, landslide warnings and power cuts.By Wednesday, 23 people had been injured, including 17 in Okinawa, according to the latest confirmed figures. The storm damaged 57 homes and left 60,000 homes without electricity. Sustained wind speeds of 80mph, or 130kph, were recorded on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jun 2026 12:02 LONDON
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Japan's Okinawa braces for Typhoon Jangmi as flights are cancelled and evacuations urged
Japan's southern Okinawa region is preparing for Typhoon Jangmi, with the storm expected to bring severe rain and strong winds on Monday. The Japan Meteorological Agency said the Okinawa Islands, the Sakishima Islands and the Daito Islands face high risks of landslides and high waves. Residents have been urged to avoid non-essential travel, while some elderly people and others who may need more time have been told to evacuate in parts of Okinawa and the neighbouring Amami region.The agency said gusts could reach up to 162km/h as the typhoon approaches. It said the system is expected to move on to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jun 2026 18:02 LONDON
