Secondary Tokyo international gateway amid growth, controversy, and disruptions
Multiple storms have triggered record rainfall across parts of South Korea, the Philippines and China, causing evacuations, power outages and injuries. Geoje and nearby areas have seen rescues and ongoing emergency responses as the deluge continues.
The Japan Meteorological Agency has downgraded its most severe warning for heavy rain in Chiba prefecture as rainfall subsides, but more rain is forecast. Rescue teams have evacuated and ferried stranded people, while dozens of homes are flooded and several deaths are reported amid ongoing power outages and transport disruptions.
Record rainfall has inundated Chiba prefecture east of Tokyo, forcing roughly 7,000 people to stay overnight inside Narita airport and leaving at least four people dead. Rail and road links have been cut, about 23,000–68,000 households have lost power at peak, and more than 230,000 residents have been advised to seek higher ground as rescue teams respond.
US carriers are returning to Ben Gurion, expanding seats as demand climbs for the Jewish New Year and holidays. Despite new capacity, fares remain high through autumn, with relief not expected until November as demand shifts post-election.
Typhoon Dujuan has delivered strong winds and heavy rainfall across Japan, prompting evacuations and widespread disruption. Authorities warn of ongoing rain and possible landslides as the storm moves northeast, with major events cancelled and flight schedules disrupted.