Typhoon Jangmi Causes Injuries and Damage Across Japan
Typhoon Jangmi sweeps northwards leaving 23 injured in Japan
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Typhoon Jangmi, a category 1 storm, has left 23 injured and caused significant damage in Japan, particularly in Okinawa, where 17 injuries were reported. Heavy rainfall and strong winds led to evacuation orders for 1.52 million people and damage to homes and infrastructure.
- 01Typhoon Jangmi recorded sustained wind speeds of 80 mph (130 kph), classified as a category 1 typhoon.
- 02A total of 23 people were injured, with 17 injuries occurring in Okinawa.
- 03Approximately 60,000 homes experienced power outages due to the typhoon.
- 04Evacuation orders were issued for 1.52 million residents across affected areas.
- 05The typhoon caused damage to Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Typhoon Jangmi, also known as Typhoon No 6, has swept through Japan, causing significant disruption and damage. The storm brought heavy rainfall, with record totals of 105 mm in Chiyoda, Tokyo, leading to landslide warnings and river flooding. Sustained winds reached 80 mph (130 kph), resulting in injuries to 23 individuals, primarily in Okinawa, where 17 injuries were reported. The typhoon damaged 57 homes and left 60,000 households without electricity. Authorities issued evacuation advisories for approximately 1.52 million residents as a precaution. Notably, the typhoon caused damage to the exterior wall of Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. As of Wednesday, the storm has weakened into a tropical depression and has moved eastward away from the islands. Meanwhile, in the Balkans, severe thunderstorms have also been reported, with warnings for heavy downpours and lightning affecting areas in Bulgaria and Romania.
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The typhoon has caused injuries, property damage, and widespread power outages, significantly affecting local communities.
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