Japan Braces for Typhoon Shanshan, Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Expected
Powerful Typhoon Approaches Japan's Kyushu Region
The Regional Specialized Meteorological Center RSMC Tokyo - Typhoon Center, warns of an approaching typhoon in the western North Pacific.
Key Points:
- Typhoon Shanshan is bringing heavy rain and strong winds to Japan.
- The typhoon is expected to make landfall in the Kyushu region.
- Airlines and railways are being forced to cancel and delay services.
The Meteorological Agency reports the typhoon's current position as southwest of Japan, moving northwest at a speed of 30 kilometers per hour.
Winds have already reached speeds of up to 86 miles per hour in some Japanese cities, equivalent to those of a Category 1 hurricane.
The typhoon slowed overnight and is now forecast to make landfall in the Kyushu region.
Heavy rain is already impacting a wide area, and residents are being urged to take precautions.
Airlines and railways are canceling and delaying services in anticipation of the typhoon's impact.
Stay tuned for updates as the typhoon approaches Japan.
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