Japan braces for heavy rain, strong winds as typhoon nears eastern coast

A powerful typhoon, dubbed Dujuan, is set to approach the eastern coast of Japan on Monday, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. The weather agency has issued warnings for heavy rainfall, strong winds, and potential landslides as Dujuan makes its way towards the Boso Peninsula in Chiba Prefecture, located east of Tokyo.

The typhoon, which is the 25th of the year, has already caused disruptions to transportation, leading to the temporary closure of sections of highways during a five-day holiday period. Currently, Dujuan is situated approximately 170 kilometers west-southwest of Hachijo Island and is moving northward at a speed of 20 kilometers per hour. As of 8 a.m., the typhoon exhibited an atmospheric pressure of 965 hectopascals at its center, with maximum wind gusts reaching 180 kilometers per hour.

Forecasters are predicting significant rainfall in the regions along Dujuan's path. Up to 350 millimeters of rain are expected in the Tokai region, 300 millimeters in the Kanto region, and the Izu Island chain, while 200 millimeters are anticipated in the Tohoku region in northeastern Japan within the next 24 hours, leading up to 6 a.m. on Tuesday.