Typhoon Shanshan Hits Japan's Kyushu Island

Typhoon Shanshan made landfall on Japan's southern island of Kyushu on Thursday, causing severe weather conditions, including torrential rains and winds up to 252 km/h. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued its highest-level warnings, predicting life-threatening flooding and landslides as the storm moved northward. At least three fatalities and numerous injuries have been reported, primarily due to strong winds and a landslide in central Japan. Evacuations were ordered for hundreds of thousands of residents, and public transport services, including flights and trains, faced significant disruptions. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida urged local authorities to ensure timely evacuation information and to assess damage promptly. The slow movement of the typhoon raises concerns for further rain and potential disasters across western Japan.