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Japan Braces for Typhoon Shanshan with Severe Weather Warnings

The powerful storm is expected to make landfall in Kyushu, causing widespread disruption and prompting evacuation orders.

  • Typhoon Shanshan is bringing violent winds, heavy rain, and high waves to southern Japan.
  • Toyota has suspended production at all 14 of its factories in Japan due to the storm.
  • Evacuation orders have been issued for thousands of residents in Kagoshima and other prefectures.
  • Major transportation disruptions include cancelled flights and suspended train services.
  • Rescue operations are ongoing for missing persons after a landslide in Aichi prefecture.
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