Japan: Many killed as a result of Typhoon Phanfone.

(Baonghean.vn) - On Monday morning, October 6th, according to the meteorological agency, the powerful typhoon Phanfone made landfall in Japan. After passing through Honshu Island, typhoon Phanfone is continuing to move towards the capital Tokyo.

Typhoon Phanfone approached the Pacific Ocean on October 5th. Photo: LeMonde

With winds reaching 180 km/h, Typhoon Phanfone disrupted over 600 flights and claimed four lives. Among the fatalities were three American soldiers who were swept away by waves while taking photographs on the southern island of Okinawa. A 21-year-old surfer also went missing off the coast of Fujisawa, southwest of Tokyo. Across the country, the typhoon also injured nine other people.

Before making landfall in Japan last weekend, Typhoon Phanfone brought heavy rains to many of the country's islands. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a special warning for risks of landslides, flooding, high waves, and heavy rain in central and western Japan. According to NHK television, local authorities also advised more than 300,000 people in high-risk areas to evacuate to safer locations.

On Monday morning, Typhoon Phanfone entered western Japan. Photo: Yuya Shino

Reportedly, Typhoon Phanfone's landfall in Japan also disrupted rescue efforts at Mount Ontake. A week ago, Mount Ontake unexpectedly erupted again, killing at least 51 people. Many climbers are still missing.

Chu Thanh

According to LeMonde, October 6th