Typhoon Shanshan Hits Southern Japan
Typhoon Shanshan, moving at a slow pace akin to a bicycle, has begun unleashing heavy rain across southern Japan. This storm is expected to impact most of the country with strong winds, high waves, and significant rainfall. On August 28, 2024, weather officials issued the highest-level warnings as the typhoon approaches southern Kyushu, with predictions of up to 60 centimeters (23.6 inches) of rain within 24 hours. The situation has led to considerable concern over potential extensive damage.
Injuries and Missing Persons: Three individuals have been injured and three are missing due to a landslide and a driving accident caused by the storm.
Fatalities: The typhoon has already resulted in one death due to a landslide.
Rainfall and Wind: Authorities forecast heavy rainfall of up to 23.6 inches in the affected areas, particularly Kagoshima Prefecture.
Impact Areas: The typhoon is expected to make landfall in southern Kyushu on Thursday, bringing severe weather conditions across the Japanese archipelago.
Capital: Tokyo
Population: Approximately 126 million
Official Language: Japanese
Government: Constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system
Current Emperor: Emperor Naruhito
Current Prime Minister: Fumio Kishida
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Geography: Located in East Asia, consisting of four main islands—Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku
Climate: Ranges from temperate in the north to subtropical in the south
Economy: Major global economy with strong sectors in technology, automobiles, and manufacturing
Culture: Known for its traditional arts, cuisine (e.g., sushi, ramen), and cultural practices (e.g., tea ceremonies, sumo wrestling)
Natural Disasters: Prone to earthquakes, tsunamis, and typhoons due to its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire
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