2024/10/01 10:59 Weather News
Typhoon No. 18 (Krathon), which is progressing south of Taiwan, has developed into the second intense typhoon this year. Caution is necessary as there is a possibility of impact in the Sakishima Islands.
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Typhoon No. 17: Strong Winds and Rain Forecasted for Parts of Kanto and Izu Islands
Center Position About 180 km southeast of Hachijo Island
Size Class ／／
Strength Class ／／
Movement North 35 km/h
Central Pressure 985 hPa
Maximum Wind Speed 30 m/s (near center)
Maximum Gust Speed 45 m/s
Typhoon No. 17 has intensified with a maximum wind speed of 30 m/s near the center, leading to the appearance of a violent wind zone. A maximum gust speed of 17.3 m/s was observed in Miyake Island at 7:02 AM. Additionally, rain clouds surrounding the outer area have begun to cover parts of Kanto and the Izu Islands.
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The typhoon is expected to continue moving north and approach Kanto the closest this afternoon, likely maintaining strong intensity before transitioning into an extratropical low-pressure system overnight. It is predicted that it will change its path toward the east and gradually move away from land, transforming into an extratropical low-pressure system by tomorrow, October 2 (Wednesday).
Although the affected area is deemed narrow, regions near the Pacific coast of the Izu Islands and Chiba and Ibaraki Prefectures as well as the southern Tohoku area need to be cautious of intensified rain and wind. Coastal areas should also be wary of high waves.
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Typhoon No. 18: Expected Impact on Okinawa and Sakishima Islands from Tomorrow
Center Position South China Sea
Size Class Large
Strength Class Intense
Movement West-Northwest, slow
Central Pressure 915 hPa
Maximum Wind Speed 55 m/s (near center)
Maximum Gust Speed 75 m/s
Large Typhoon No. 18 (Krathon) has intensified into a severe typhoon, moving slowly west-northwest over the South China Sea. This is the second typhoon this year to reach severe intensity, since Typhoon No. 11 (Yagi), which caused extensive damage in China and Vietnam.
From October 2 (Wednesday) onward, the typhoon is expected to weaken as it approaches Taiwan, but it will gradually shift its path eastward and is expected to approach the Sakishima Islands while still exhibiting violent wind zones later in the week. As the typhoon approaches Okinawa, there is a risk of strong winds, heavy rain, and high waves, especially in the Sakishima Islands. It is advisable to prepare for the typhoon early as the winds are expected to begin intensifying as early as tomorrow, October 2 (Wednesday), so please secure any loose items indoors.
After moving into the East China Sea, the typhoon is expected to continue moving north, although its trajectory and intensity have become somewhat uncertain. Even if it does not move quickly toward Kyushu and Honshu, moist air will continue to flow from Okinawa Island to western Japan. This could activate the fronts stagnating in the Sea of Japan and increase rainfall, so please stay tuned for further information.
Probability of Entering the Typhoon’s Violent Wind Zone
The probability of entering the typhoon’s violent wind zone within five days is as follows for the forecast areas with a likelihood of 10% or more (Meteorological Agency)
Miyako Island Area 10 %
Yaeyama Area
Ishigaki Island Area 24 %
Yonaguni Island Area 30 %
Probability of Entering the Typhoon’s Violent Wind Zone
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Typhoon Names
The name of Typhoon No. 17, “Chusei (Jebi/제비),” was suggested by South Korea and derives from the Korean word for swallow. The name of Typhoon No. 18, “Krathon,” was suggested by Thailand and is derived from a fruit name (English: Santol).
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