On Sunday, Typhoon Haishen came closer to the southern mainland of Japan, leading officials to urge the evacuation of residents.
According to the Fire and Disaster Management Agency, officials have recommended early evacuation of more than 100,000 homes in the southern prefectures of Okinawa, Kagoshima, Kumamoto, and Nagasaki.
According to reports, the typhoon has disrupted electricity to more than 3,000 homes in Okinawa, and more than 8,000 homes in Amamioshima.
On Sunday, a meteorological official told a nationally televised news conference:
“Areas where the typhoon passes are expected to see record-high winds and waves,”
“I am urging everyone to take the utmost caution, follow local authorities’ instructions and protect your own life. Once you enter an area of high wind, you may not be able to move to a safer place.”
By Monday, typhoon Haishen is expected to have atmospheric pressure of 935 hectopascals at the center and continued winds of up to 252 km/h.
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