Typhoon Jangmi is set to approach Okinawa Prefecture and the Amami Islands from Monday to Tuesday. The Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed the storm is intensifying and carrying strong winds along its path. As of 3 p.m. Sunday, Typhoon Jangmi moved over the sea south of Okinawa. It recorded a central atmospheric pressure of 975 hectopascals and a maximum wind speed of 30 meters per second near the center. The agency expects the typhoon to shift its track slightly eastward after passing the southern islands. Consequently, it will likely move from western to eastern Japan around Wednesday.
The meteorological agency warned that extremely strong winds will hit the Okinawa and Amami regions from Monday to Tuesday. Heavy rain will also fall in Okinawa Prefecture during the same period. Furthermore, the Amami Islands will face heavy rain on Tuesday. Rainfall could reach warning levels in both areas. Through Wednesday, forecasters expect gale-force winds on the Pacific coast of western Japan. Depending on the typhoon’s course, those gale-force winds may extend to the Pacific coast of eastern Japan as well. Additionally, the agency predicts warning-level torrential rain for the Pacific coasts from western to eastern Japan.
Officials urge residents in the affected regions to prepare for severe weather and possible disruptions. Local governments in Okinawa have started issuing advisories and securing emergency resources. Meanwhile, the transport sector may experience delays as the storm passes, and authorities are monitoring sea conditions closely. Moreover, the meteorological agency continues to track Typhoon Jangmi and will update its forecast as the system evolves. The storm marks the sixth typhoon of the season, and its arrival raises fresh concerns over landslides and flooding in vulnerable areas. Therefore, prefectural offices are coordinating with disaster management teams to ensure swift responses. Beyond the immediate danger, the typhoon’s path along the Pacific coastline could disrupt shipping and supply chains for several days. Residents should stay informed and follow official guidance.
