TOKYO (Multibagger) - Tropical cyclone Shanshan, downgraded from a typhoon, left seven people dead and widespread damage as it churned off the Pacific coast of central Japan on Sunday.
The Japan Meteorological Agency continued to warn of landslides, floods and rising water levels in rivers in western and eastern Japan, citing increased risks due to ground loosening from record-breaking rainfall since the storm hit the southern coast on Thursday.
On the Pacific side of eastern Japan, unstable atmospheric conditions caused by rain clouds around the tropical cyclone and the inflow of warm, moist air from a Pacific high-pressure system were causing heavy rain and thunderstorms, the agency said.
Some Shinkansen "bullet train" services remained disrupted, but Tokyo-Osaka service, suspended in some sections, will resume on Sunday evening, Central Japan Railway said.
The seventh death from Shanshan was reported in Fukuoka in southwestern Japan on Sunday, Kyodo news agency said.
Before that, the typhoon had crept eastward, drenching large areas with torrential rain, triggering landslide and flood warnings hundreds of kilometres from the storm's centre.
Analysis and Breakdown:
The recent tropical cyclone Shanshan, which was downgraded from a typhoon, has caused significant damage in Japan, resulting in seven fatalities and widespread destruction. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings for landslides, floods, and rising water levels in rivers across western and eastern Japan due to the record-breaking rainfall since the storm's arrival on Thursday.
The unstable atmospheric conditions on the Pacific side of eastern Japan, caused by rain clouds from the cyclone and warm, moist air inflow from a high-pressure system, have led to heavy rain and thunderstorms. This has disrupted some Shinkansen services, although Tokyo-Osaka service is set to resume on Sunday evening.
Tragically, the seventh death from Shanshan was reported in Fukuoka, southwest Japan. The typhoon's impact has been far-reaching, with torrential rain triggering landslide and flood warnings hundreds of kilometers away from its center.
It is crucial for residents in affected areas to stay informed, follow safety guidelines, and take necessary precautions to ensure their well-being during this challenging time.