What's happened
Tropical Storm Jangmi has strengthened near Okinawa and is moving northeast toward the Tokyo region, forcing flight cancellations, power outages and evacuations as central and eastern Japan brace for potential life‑threatening floods and strong winds.
What's behind the headline?
Live situation and impacts
- Jangmi is moving northeast with sustained winds up to 90 kph (55 mph) in some forecasts, threatening central, eastern Japan.
- Power supplies are failing in thousands of homes; transportation networks including flights and rail are disrupted.
- Evacuations are underway in multiple prefectures as authorities prepare for possible life-threatening flooding.
What to watch next
- Officials say rainfall could reach significant levels in Tokyo and surrounding areas, potentially intensifying emergency responses.
- The storm’s path remains uncertain as it tracks away from Okinawa toward mainland Japan, with implications for disaster readiness and economic activity in coming days.
How we got here
The storm earlier struck Okinawa and developed to typhoon strength before moving inland. It has caused power outages and disrupted transport, with authorities issuing flood warnings for several areas and advising residents to seek higher ground.
Our analysis
The Independent (Mari Yamaguchi), AP News, Reuters report on Jangmi, its path, wind speeds, power outages, evacuations and transport disruptions.
Go deeper
- How will Tokyo's transport networks adapt to ongoing weather disruption?
- Which areas are under the highest flood risk as Jangmi nears?
- What safety steps should residents take right now?
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