Typhoon Lan to Bring Flooding Rain in Japan This Week; India Flood Kills At least 41

The latest weather forecast reported that flooding rainfall is expected in Japan after Typhoon Lan made landfall.

In India, at least 41 people died from severe flooding affecting the Himalayan region.

People in the affected areas are advised to keep updated with the latest weather, especially in portions of Western Japan and the Himalayan region.

Challenging monsoon rain influenced the weather, bringing severe flooding in India.

Weather agencies are monitoring the development of Typhoon Lan after it made landfall on the coast of Japan.

Recently, Typhoon Khanun unleashed stormy conditions in Southern Japan and South Korea.

Typhoon Lan made landfall in Southwestern Japan

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Recent Tropical Storm Khanun hitting Southwestern island of Kyushu on August 9, 2023. The developing Typhoon Lan will bring flooding rainfall to Japan after it made landfall in Western Japan. In India, heavy rain caused severe flooding in the Himalayan region, killing 41 people.

The latest forecast recorded the developments of Typhoon Lan over the north of the Ogasawara Islands.

On Friday, August 11, the typhoon managed to strengthen, moving south-southeast of Japan.

Typhoon Lan is forecast to bring rainy and windy conditions in the following areas this week:

Shikoku
Tokyo
Honshu

People can also expect strong winds from the typhoon that could blow away trees and destroy buildings. Everyone should check the latest weather before leaving their homes.

Flooding and mudslides are also possible. Residents near flood-prone areas should check for the rapid rise of floodwaters in their areas.

Flooding rainfall in India

On the other hand, heavy rainfall unloaded in India's Himalayan region, causing severe floods and landslides. Solan district and Himachal Pradesh experienced the brunt of the severe monsoon rain in the region.

The monsoon rainfall in India killed at least 41 people as people were evacuated to safe shelters. Rescue operations also helped stranded and affected residents.

As landslides and flooding emerged, people were stranded on the main roads. Widespread power interruptions were also reported due to the incessant rainfall.

In the previous month, widespread flooding and rain killed at least 100 people from the extreme weather event in Northern India. At least 30,000 people came to shelters.

Himachal Pradesh was one of the hardest-hit areas.

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Keeping safe from deadly flooding and rainfall

Stormy conditions are expected in Japan this week, with a risk of floodwaters, landslides and flash flooding.

Homeowners should keep updated with the latest forecast in Japan and India to avoid travel dangers while on the road. Floodwaters can rapidly rise depending on the rainfall intensity.

Here are essential reminders to keep safe from a stormy outlook.

During the typhoon, people should secure their outdoor stuff or equipment. Typhoon Lan can unleash strong winds that can blow away trees and destroy power lines.

Limiting outdoor activities is also helpful to prevent outdoor dangers. Homeowners should keep their pets and children inside their homes.

Flooding can become possible this week. Homeowners should immediately evacuate when local officials announce.

Furthermore, people can also bring emergency kits at home or in shelters. It can become a lifesaver for families. Homeowners should keep medicine kits, bottled water, a small flashlight, battery-operated radio and backup mobile phones.