Japan's largest airlines are canceling flights as Typhoon "Shanshan" approaches the southwestern island of Kyushu.
The measures primarily affect the airports on Kyushu Island. The country's railway companies have also warned that they might cancel trips.
According to Japanese meteorologists, the typhoon is located in the western part of Kyushu Island, moving north and may hit the land. Meteorologists estimate that some parts of Kyushu Island might receive rainfall intensity of 400-600 mm per day. Wind speeds in the typhoon zone could reach up to 50-70 m/s.
According to Yoshihumi Matsumura, Japan's Minister for Disaster Management, the typhoon could bring "unprecedented" strong winds, high waves, storm surges, and heavy rain. An evacuation order has been issued for parts of the island prefectures, including the city of Miyazaki, where nearly 400,000 people reside.
