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2024 - 8 - 28

Typhoon Shanshan: A Whirlwind of Woes and Warnings!

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As Typhoon Shanshan barrels toward Japan's Kyushu, it's causing quite a stir! From landslides to special alerts, find out how the local authorities are gearing up for this tempestuous visitor!

Typhoon Shanshan is making headlines as it tracks northward over the Philippine Sea, delivering a surge of excitement on August 28. With its sights set on Japan's southwestern Kyushu Island, this powerful storm is expected to hit land with heavy rains and fierce winds by late August 29. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) is already warning locals to brace themselves for the storm, and it may issue special alerts across the region. The atmosphere is thick with both anxiety and anticipation as residents prepare for what could be Shanshan’s grand entrance.

As Shanshan approaches, Kyushu is no stranger to preparation. Local officials are proactively readying citizens for the reality of powerful storms that accompany such typhoons. The JMA is closely monitoring the system and has even warned of extreme conditions that could lead to landslides, especially since heavy rain can trigger unforeseen disasters. Sadly, reports indicate that four people from a single family are missing after a landslide wreaked havoc. The urgency of the situation reflects the balance between nature's beauty and its devastating power.

Not one to hold back, Typhoon Shanshan is expected to drench the region and whip up fierce winds, sparking vigorous warnings and a flurry of evacuations. The Samurai spirit of resilience is evident as locals stock up on supplies, barricade homes, and stay tuned to weather updates. Memories of previous typhoons galvanize communities as they prepare for possible flooding, high waves, and extensive damage, keeping the community spirit alive amid gray skies.

The interaction between the Philippines and Japan is like a weather tango, with storms flowing between the seas, dancing through islands, and leaving behind tales of survival in their wake. As Japan prepares its defenses and families huddle together for safety, they also celebrate an indomitable spirit that rises amidst the chaos. Making it even more intriguing, did you know that the practice of naming typhoons originates from a need for clarity in communication? Names make it easier to identify and track these powerful storms as they sweep across countries, allowing residents to stay better informed and prepared. Another fun fact involves the typhoon season- it typically runs from June to November in the Philippines, coinciding with tropical cyclone activity in the Western Pacific, meaning that those stormy skies are just a seasonal part of life in this part of the world!

Typhoon Shanshan tracks northward over Philippine Sea early Aug ... (Crisis24)

Typhoon Shanshan tracks northward over Philippine Sea early Aug. 28. Landfall over far southwestern Kyushu, Japan, late Aug. 29.

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Japan braces for Typhoon Shanshan, heavy rain and strong winds ... (Reuters)

Shanshan is expected to strike Japan's southwestern Kyushu island over the next few days, and the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) said it may issue a special ...

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Four missing in landslide as rains from Typhoon Shanshan lash Japan (CNA)

TOKYO: Four members of the same family were missing in Japan on Wednesday (Aug 28) after heavy rain from an approaching typhoon triggered a landslide, ...

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Kyushu braces of powerful Typhoon Shanshan as heavy rain lashes ... (The Japan Times)

The Meteorological Agency may issue special alerts for heavy rain, high tides, high waves and strong winds in the southern Kyushu prefectures of Kagoshima ...

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Japan issues special typhoon alert for Kagoshima Pref. (Kyodo News Plus)

Japan's weather agency issues a rare special typhoon warning for most parts of Kagoshima Prefecture in the country's southwest as powerful Typhoon Shanshan ...

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VOX POPULI: Typhoon names may be 'pretty,' but it's best to stick to ... (Asahi Shimbun)

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Instructions by the Prime Minister regarding Typhoon No. 10 ... (Prime Minister's Office of Japan)

Provide citizens with timely and accurate information regarding evacuation, heavy rain, rainstorms, river conditions, etc.

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Three missing as 'extremely strong' typhoon nears Japan (Bennington Banner)

Japan warned Wednesday that an "extremely strong" typhoon bearing down on the main southern island of Kyushu would bring unusually violent storms, as three ...

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Japan prepares for powerful Typhoon Shanshan, affecting ... (phl17.com)

TOKYO (AP) — Japan was preparing for powerful typhoon as it slowly approached the country's southwest at a bicycle speed, threatening to bring heavy rains ...

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Japan braces for Typhoon Shanshan, heavy rain and strong winds ... (BusinessWorld Online)

Shanshan is expected to strike Japan's southwestern Kyushu island over the next few days, and the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) said it may issue a special ...

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Three missing as 'extremely strong' typhoon nears Japan (INQUIRER.net)

TOKYO — Japan warned Wednesday that an “extremely strong” typhoon bearing down on the main southern island of Kyushu would bring unusually violent storms, ...

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Japan issues emergency warning as Typhoon Shanshan approaches (Aljazeera.com)

The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) on Wednesday estimated that Typhoon Shanshan was situated 70km (43 miles) from Yakushima island at 2pm (05:00 GMT), ...

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Japan issues emergency warning as powerful Typhoon Shanshan ... (BusinessWorld Online)

“Maximum caution is required given that forecasts are for strong winds, high waves and high tides that have not been seen thus far,” the Japan Meteorological ...

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Typhoon Shanshan dumps rain on southern Japan (ABC News)

TOKYO -- A typhoon moving at bicycle speed began dumping rain on southern Japan on a path that will bring strong winds, high waves and significant rainfall to ...

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Three missing after Typhoon Shanshan brings heavy rain to Japan (Bromsgrove Advertiser)

A typhoon has begun dumping rain on southern Japan, with strong winds, high waves and significant rainfall expected in most of the country.

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One dead and several injured as Typhoon Shanshan tears through ... (Bromsgrove Advertiser)

The typhoon will continue to bring strong winds, high waves and significant rainfall to most of the country, forecasters said.

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Typhoon Shanshan bears down on Japan with torrential rain, fierce ... (The Washington Post)

The storm may stall on final approach, prolonging wind, surge and flooding impacts.

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Japan issues evacuation, emergency warnings as Typhoon ... (FRANCE 24)

Japan on Wednesday was braced for its strongest typhoon of the year as Typhoon Shanshan approached the southern island of Kyushu.

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Typhoon Shanshan: Japan prepares for 'major disaster' as storm ... (The Guardian)

Meteorological agency says over a metre of rain could fall in 48 hours as tens of thousands are advised to evacuate from storm's path in southern island of ...

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Typhoon Shanshan makes landfall in Japan (BBC News)

Shanshan landed in Kagoshima prefecture, in the southern island of Kyushu, at around 08:00 local time (23:00 GMT), the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) said.

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Dozens injured, power cut as Typhoon Shanshan hits southern Japan (Aljazeera.com)

Powerful storm with gusts of up to 216km per hour made landfall near Satsumasendai city in southwestern Kyushu.

Typhoon lashes Japan with torrential rain and strong winds on a ... (Corsicana Daily Sun)

A typhoon was lashing southern Japan with torrential rain and strong winds, causing at least three deaths as it started a crawl up the length of the ...

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Powerful Typhoon Shanshan makes landfall in southern Japan (FRANCE 24)

Injuries were reported in Japan on Thursday after a powerful typhoon made landfall, bringing strong winds and the risk of floods and landslides.

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Powerful Typhoon Shanshan slams into southern Japan (INQUIRER.net)

FUKUOKA, Japan —Typhoon Shanshan hit Japan with full force on Thursday, injuring dozens as howling winds smashed windows and blew tiles off houses while ...

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40 hurt as Typhoon Shanshan makes landfall in southwest Japan (Kyodo News Plus)

Typhoon Shanshan made landfall on Japan's southwestern main island of Kyushu on Thursday, the weather agency said, bringing heavy rain and strong winds that ...

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Typhoon Shanshan makes landfall in Japan, killing 3 and snarling ... (BusinessWorld Online)

TOKYO – At least three people were killed in southwestern Japan on Thursday as Typhoon Shanshan made landfall in Kagoshima prefecture, bringing heavy rain ...

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'Hyper-violent' Typhoon Gaemi was made fiercer by climate crisis ... (The Guardian)

Researchers warn Asia will become an increasingly dangerous place to live until fossil fuels are replaced.

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Climate change fueled deadly Typhoon Carina — study (Philstar.com)

Climate change turbocharged the winds and rain of Typhoon Carina (international name: Gaemi), which killed dozens of people across the Philippines, ...

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Typhoon Shanshan lashes Japan with torrential rain and strong winds (NBC News)

The storm caused at least three deaths as it started a crawl up the length of the archipelago, raising concerns about flooding, landslides and extensive ...

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Deadly typhoon Gaemi made worse by climate change, scientists say (Reuters)

A devastating typhoon that tore through the Philippines, Taiwan and China last month, destroying infrastructure and leaving more than 100 people dead, ...

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Climate change fuelled deadly Typhoon Gaemi: Study (The Straits Times)

The impact of climate change on tropical cyclones is complex, but scientists are studying it more. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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