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Very Powerful Typhoon Shanshan Likely To Strike Japan By Wednesday; Details Inside

If you are in one of the risky regions in Japan currently, stay safe and be cautious.

by Shreya Ghosh
Very Powerful Typhoon Shanshan Likely To Strike Japan By Wednesday; Details Inside

Several parts of Japan are on high alert indicating the approach of the devastating Typhoon Shanshan. Recently, the Japan Meteorological Agency stated that it has a risk of leading to a very powerful storm in the next couple of days. According to several reports and forecasts, the eastern and western parts of this Asian country are likely to face the harsh effects of the typhoon. Read to know its necessary updates.

Typhoon Shanshan Is Likely To Hit Japan Soon

Taking to X, Zoom Earth (@zoom_earth) shared recent updates about the typhoon.

According to recent updates shared by the agency, the typhoon is anticipated to lash over eastern and western Japan with high waves and gusty winds. Locals residing in the risky areas have been advised to stay safe and start taking much-needed precautions ahead of the weather turning worse. According to a report by Kyodo News, shinkansen bullet trains might halt regular operations as a precautionary step.

Initially, Typhoon Shanshan was rushing towards the North side close to the Ogasawara Island chain. Now, updates highlight the tropical cyclone heading close to eastern and western Japan and the weather is expected to change drastically with strong winds hitting all around on Wednesday.

Here’s a visual representation of the typhoon changing and getting stronger.

In the last couple of days, the Japan Meteorological Agency asked everyone to remain alert and warned regarding the potential chances of very heavy downpours, lightning, powerful winds, and hailstorms. However, the weather conditions are likely to change drastically and turn adverse.

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More About The Typhoon

Prof RV (@TheTechocrat) took to the X platform to share important details about the cyclone.

According to a report by The Japan News, Typhoon Shanshan may head to the Shikoku region on Tuesday with a maximum wind speed of 25 metres per second along with an instantaneous wind speed of 35 metres per second. Reports also added the wind speed may reach a maximum of 23 metres per second in the Kinki region. A maximum instantaneous wind speed of 35 metres per second is anticipated in this region.

Western Japan is likely to witness the harshest wrath of the typhoon as storms may get stronger in this region.

Also read: Japan: Ahead Of Typhoon, Barrier Covering Mount Fuji Lowered; Local Authorities’ Efforts To Deter Unruly Tourists Successful!

If you are in one of the risky regions in Japan currently, stay safe and take caution.

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First Published: August 25, 2024 7:22 PM