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Millions evacuate Japan as ‘unprecedented’ typhoon approaches
One of the biggest typhoons ever to strike Japan has made landfall on the southern island
Typhoon Nanmadol has brought winds of at least 180 km an hour and some areas could see 500mm of rainfall by Monday night. Nanmadol is now clearly visible on satellite images.
The typhoon is expected to hit one of Japan’s iconic islands, Kyushu. At least four million people have been told to evacuate their homes in southwestern Japan.
Specifically residents in Miyazaki, Kagoshima and Amakusa are at the highest risk.
Authorities are urging residents to take extra care when evacuating because of rising water levels and overflowing rivers.
The amount of rainfall could cause landslides and large objects to move.
Major airlines including Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways have begun cancelling flights to and from airports.