Tropical Storm “Bebinca,” the 13th named storm of the 2024 Pacific typhoon season, formed on September 13, 2024, as it passed near Guam. The system is forecast to continue moving towards Japan, cross the Ryukyu Islands today, and make landfall in the coastal area around Shanghai, China on Monday morning (local time), September 16.
Typhoon Yagi, one of the most powerful storms to hit the region in the last decade, slammed into Vietnam on Saturday after leaving destruction in its wake across southern China. The storm claimed the lives of two people and injured 92 others as it made landfall on the Chinese island of Hainan.
The Earth’s weather is a powerful force, capable of unleashing breathtaking beauty and devastating destruction. Hurricanes, tornadoes, and storm surges are among the most potent of these forces, capable of upending lives and landscapes in a matter of hours. Understanding these phenomena is crucial for preparedness and safety, especially for those living in areas prone to these severe weather events.
In a dramatic turn of events, Typhoon “Shanshan” made landfall in southwestern Japan on Thursday, August 29, 2024, unleashing a powerful onslaught of destruction. The storm, with wind gusts reaching 198 km/h (123 mph), triggered severe flooding, landslides, and widespread power outages, prompting the evacuation of millions of residents in the affected regions.
As Typhoon “Shanshan” approached the Japanese archipelago on August 26, 2024, the system has slowed down in its progression. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), the typhoon is projected to approach western Japan and the Amami region from Tuesday, August 27, through Wednesday, August 28, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall, particularly along the Pacific coast.
