- Over 800,000 residents ordered to evacuate in response to Typhoon Shanshan’s approach.
- Major companies like Toyota and airlines suspend operations due to the storm.
- Warnings issued for potential floods, landslides, and damage from violent winds.
Typhoon Shanshan, one of the strongest storms to hit southwestern Japan in recent years, has triggered widespread evacuation orders for over 800,000 residents.
The storm’s powerful gusts of up to 70 meters per second are expected to cause severe damage, prompting closures of factories and the suspension of flights and train services.
Shanshan’s Fury: Japan Braces for Severe Typhoon Impact
In addition to the direct impact on communities, the typhoon is severely disrupting business operations in the region. Major automakers such as Toyota, Nissan, and Honda have temporarily halted production at their plants, while airlines like ANA and Japan Airlines have canceled hundreds of flights. Disaster response teams are on high alert, working to minimize casualties and property damage as the storm continues its course.
Businesses across the region are taking precautions by halting operations. Toyota has suspended production at all 14 of its plants, while Nissan and Honda are closing factories in Kyushu. Airlines have grounded hundreds of domestic flights, leaving tens of thousands of passengers stranded. Postal and delivery services have also been suspended in affected areas.
The typhoon has already caused significant damage, with landslides reported in central Japan, where rescue efforts are underway for people trapped in collapsed houses. Local authorities are coordinating with disaster management agencies to ensure timely responses as Shanshan continues to affect large parts of the country. The storm’s slow progression is causing prolonged periods of rain, increasing the risk of more landslides and flooding in vulnerable areas.
As the storm advances towards central and eastern Japan, including Tokyo, transportation networks are expected to face further disruptions. Bullet train services and local train operations in affected areas have already been suspended, with further cancellations expected in the coming days. Supermarkets and other businesses are also reducing their hours or closing altogether to minimize risks to employees and customers.
Typhoon Shanshan’s impact on Japan has triggered a large-scale response from both authorities and businesses, as they work to mitigate the storm’s effects on life, infrastructure, and the economy. The coming days will be critical as Japan braces for what could be one of the most devastating typhoons in recent history.
“Maximum caution is required given that forecasts are for strong winds, high waves and high tides that have not been seen thus far.” — Satoshi Sugimoto, Chief Forecaster at Japan’s Meteorological Agency.
