Hundreds of flights canceled as typhoon bears down on Okinawa
ANA Holdings and Japan Airlines canceled a total of 279 flights affecting 41,688 people due to storm Saudel.
A powerful typhoon named Saudel has led to the cancellation of numerous flights at Okinawa Prefecture, as Japan's holiday season winds down. Airline giants ANA Holdings and Japan Airlines collectively canceled 279 flights, impacting 41,688 individuals. Saudel is anticipated to unleash strong winds and high seas on the region from Tuesday night until Wednesday morning.
Okinawa, renowned for its U.S. military installations and picturesque beaches, draws over 10 million tourists annually. ANA declared that all flights to and from Naha Airport will be grounded on Wednesday. Certain ferry services have also been suspended. The Japan Meteorological Agency projected winds with speeds up to 40 meters per second.
Post Okinawa, the storm is expected to journey westward, making landfall in China later in the week. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi implored citizens to remain vigilant regarding weather updates and evacuation instructions. "If you perceive any hint of peril, do not hesitate to take measures to safeguard your lives," she stated on social media platform X. With her present subscription plan, this reporter cannot comment on stories.
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