Key Facts
• At 1:45 PM on August 27, a tornado was observed north of Niigata Airport.
• Niigata Meteorological Observatory issued a tornado advisory at 2:00 PM with eyewitness reports.
• The tornado was moving eastward, 5 km north of Niigata Airport over the sea.
• High risk of severe gusts, lightning, hail, and sudden heavy rain in Niigata’s Kaetsu region.
• Residents are advised to monitor the sky and seek shelter in sturdy buildings if cumulonimbus clouds approach.
• Tornado warning signs include dark clouds, thunder, and sudden cold winds.
• Outdoor safety tips: hide behind sturdy structures, avoid trees, poles, and lightweight buildings.
• Indoor safety tips: close windows, stay away from them, and shelter in windowless rooms or under sturdy furniture.
Summary
On August 27, a tornado was observed at 1:45 PM over the sea, 5 km north of Niigata Airport, prompting the Niigata Meteorological Observatory to issue a tornado advisory at 2:00 PM. The tornado moved eastward, raising the risk of severe gusts, lightning, hail, and heavy rain in the Kaetsu region. Residents are urged to monitor weather changes and take precautions, such as seeking shelter in sturdy buildings. Warning signs of tornadoes include dark clouds, thunder, and sudden cold winds. Safety measures for outdoor and indoor scenarios have been advised to minimize risks.
