Typhoon Jebi: Japan crippled by worst storm for quarter of a century

Thursday, 05 Sep, 2018 0

Transport operations are at a virtual standstill across much of Japan as it faces the strongest storm for 25 years.

Typhoon Jebi caused hundreds of flight cancellations and about one million people have been urged to evacuate in western and central Japan while ferries and train services are suspended.

Japan’s metrological agency said high waves, landslides and flooding are expected to continue.

Universal Studios in Osaka is closed and all flights out of the city’s Kansai Airport are cancelled at least through September 5 due to extensive flooding.

It has also crippled manufacturing with scores of factories closed and without power.

At least six people were reported to have died and more than 120 injured.

Wind gusts of up to 103 mph were recorded in parts of Shikoku, but they are forecast to reach as high as135 mph.

Jebi follows a particularly extreme summer in Japan which has seen widespread flooding and a record breaking heat wave responsible for more than 200 deaths.

TravelMole Editorial Team

Editor for TravelMole North America and Asia pacific regions. Ray is a highly experienced (15+ years) skilled journalist and editor predominantly in travel, hospitality and lifestyle working with a huge number of major market-leading brands. He has also cover in-depth news, interviews and features in general business, finance, tech and geopolitical issues for a select few major news outlets and publishers.

Hilton is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 22 world-class brands comprising nearly 7,300 properties and more than 1.1 million rooms, in...

From the beginning, ATI’s philosophy has been “innovation, not duplication.“ Developing specialized technology solutions to connect over 30,000 accommodation, attracti...

Virtuoso is the leading global network of agencies specializing in luxury and experiential travel, with more than 20,000 advisors. We...

At Visit California, our mission is to develop and maintain marketing programs – in partnership with the state’s travel industry...

Why choose Titan Travel? There are some great travel companies out there – so why Titan? Well, we’re one of...

With long periods of Thailand’s History, according to evidences and studies, Sukhothai was the first kingdom of Thailand. At that time, an early Thai...

Jet2.com is the UK’s third largest airline, flying from ten UK airports to more than 60 destinations across Europe and beyond....

Swallows and Amazons is a Brazilian adventure tour company run by the husband and wife team of Tania and Mark...

Arival advances the business of creating amazing in-destination experiences. We provide events, insights, and community for creators and sellers of...

We’re here to provide the very best experience in train travel. From booking your ticket, to asking us a question...

Celebrating its 30-year anniversary in 2022, Regent Seven Seas Cruises® offers guests An Unrivaled Experience® with every luxury included. Carrying...

Take your clients’ vacation to the next level at Universal Orlando Resort™. With three amazing theme parks – Universal Studios...

ITB Asia, Asia’s Leading Travel Trade Show, is an annually held B2B trade show and convention for the travel industry; it is designed...

In 2024, The Red Sea will be ready to welcome 300,000 guests in line with the completion of 16 hotels...

City Cruises is a leading operator of sightseeing, dining and charter services operating in London, York and Poole. We offer...

Babble is a leading technology business that is reimagining how we do work. Founded in 2001, the company works with...

Blue Diamond Resorts consistently goes above and beyond guest expectations by delivering groundbreaking vacation experiences through our exceptional collection of...