Key Facts
• Typhoon No. 15 made landfall near Sukumo City, Kochi Prefecture, at 1:00 AM on September 5.
• As of 5:00 AM, it was moving northeast at 15 km/h near Susaki City, Kochi Prefecture.
• Intense rain clouds are spreading east of the typhoon’s center, affecting Kinki, Tokai, and Kanto regions.
• Onagawa Town, Miyagi Prefecture, recorded 100 mm of rain in one hour at 4:00 AM.
• Rain peaks vary by region:
– Shikoku: Heavy rain until late morning, with potential linear rainbands in Tokushima and Kochi.
– Kinki: Peak in the morning, with heavy rain throughout the day, especially in Wakayama.
– Tokai: Peak from morning to evening, with potential linear rainbands in Gifu, Shizuoka, Aichi, and Mie.
– Kanto-Koshin: Peak from late morning to evening, with possible rainbands in multiple areas.
– Hokuriku and Tohoku: Peak from late morning to early afternoon, with heavy rain in Iwate and Miyagi.
• Coastal areas in western and eastern Japan face high waves up to 5 meters.
• Safety measures include avoiding rivers, low roads, steep slopes, and monitoring dam water levels.
Summary
Typhoon No. 15 is expected to re-land in the Kinki region today, bringing heavy rain and high waves across Japan. The typhoon made its first landfall in Kochi Prefecture early this morning and is moving northeast. Rain peaks are occurring earlier than the typhoon’s closest approach, with intense rainfall and potential linear rainbands in affected regions. Coastal areas face waves up to 5 meters, and safety precautions are advised, including avoiding rivers, low roads, and steep slopes. Residents are urged to stay updated on weather conditions and take necessary precautions to ensure safety.
