Key Facts
• Typhoon No. 26 became an extratropical cyclone on the morning of November 13.
• The transformation occurred southwest of Yonaguni Island at 9:00 AM.
• Heavy rain warnings remain for Okinawa through November 14, with potential for severe rainfall.
• Predicted maximum wind speeds: 20 m/s in Sakishima Islands, 23 m/s in Okinawa’s main island.
• Wave heights expected to reach 6 meters in Sakishima Islands and Okinawa’s main island.
• All ferry services between Ishigaki, Miyako, and remote islands are canceled.
• Landslides occurred on November 12 in Kunigami Village due to prolonged rainfall.
• A 10-kilometer section of Route 58 was temporarily closed due to landslide risks.
• Rainfall may reach 50 mm per hour in some areas of Okinawa and Sakishima Islands.
• Residents are advised to remain vigilant for landslides, flooding, and rising river levels.
Summary
Typhoon No. 26 transitioned into an extratropical cyclone on November 13 near Yonaguni Island. Despite this, Okinawa faces ongoing risks of heavy rain, high waves, and strong winds through November 14. Wind speeds could reach 23 m/s, and waves are expected to rise to 6 meters, disrupting ferry services. Prolonged rainfall has already caused landslides in Kunigami Village, temporarily closing parts of Route 58. Rainfall may intensify, with up to 50 mm per hour predicted in some areas. Authorities urge residents to stay alert for landslides, flooding, and river surges.
