Typhoon Dolphin causes significant disruptions and injuries in southern Japan

Typhoon Dolphin struck the southern islands of Japan, including Okinawa and Kagoshima, beginning August 7, 2026. The storm brought winds reaching 144 km/h with gusts up to 198 km/h, causing widespread power outages that affected over 50,000 buildings—approximately 39,000 in Kagoshima and 12,000 in Okinawa. Transportation infrastructure faced severe disruptions as Naha Airport was forced to close, leading to the cancellation of more than 500 domestic and international flights by major carriers like ANA and Japan Airlines.

Local authorities reported six injuries related to the storm. Five elderly individuals were injured in Okinawa, three of whom fell due to the intense winds, while one additional person was injured in Kagoshima. Officials have confirmed that none of the injuries are life-threatening. The Japan Meteorological Agency continues to monitor the situation as heavy rain and dangerous sea conditions are expected to persist until Sunday.

In anticipation of the typhoon's trajectory toward the eastern coast, China has proactively shut down ports and suspended ferry services. The ongoing severe weather has forced businesses to cease operations across the affected regions as emergency services remain on high alert to mitigate further risks posed by the extreme meteorological conditions.