UAE Embassy Issues Alert as Typhoon Jangmi Hits Japan
The UAE Embassy in Tokyo has issued an urgent advisory for Emirati citizens currently in Japan, urging them to remain vigilant as Typhoon Jangmi brings severe weather conditions across the region. Following its path through Okinawa, the storm has caused significant disruption, leading to widespread power outages for tens of thousands of households in Kagoshima and Okinawa. With the Japan Meteorological Agency warning of potential landslides, flooding, and hazardous high waves, the embassy is stressing the importance of strictly adhering to all safety guidelines and local directives provided by Japanese authorities.
The impact of the storm has been considerable, resulting in nine reported injuries due to flying debris and strong winds that have made travel and movement treacherous. Transportation networks have also faced major setbacks, with major carriers like All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines canceling roughly 600 flights to ensure passenger safety. For those in need of assistance, the UAE government has provided emergency contact numbers (0097180024 or 009718004444) and encourages all citizens to register with the "TOWAJUDI" service to stay connected and receive timely updates during this period of instability.