Japan’s looming typhoon crisis threatens disaster defences and tourism
Japan is bracing for a potentially severe typhoon season, with forecasts predicting up to 28 storms and 14 making landfall, significantly exceeding the typical numbers. This surge in activity poses a threat to the nation's disaster preparedness systems and could disrupt the summer tourism industry. Recent typhoons have already caused widespread flight and train cancellations, alongside warnings for flooding and landslides. AI