Events
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Children with disabilities offered places to feel at ease in quake-hit Kumamoto
In the wake of the earthquake in Kumamoto, facilities for children with disabilities have begun offering daytime spaces to help them adjust. This initiative aims to provide a supportive environment for those sensitive to changes in their surroundings.
Strong wind and heavy rain forecast as tropical storm approaches Japan
The season's 15th tropical storm is expected to make landfall in Ibaraki and Fukushima prefectures. Strong winds and heavy rain are forecasted as it heads toward the Sea of Japan.
What Kumamoto revealed about Japan’s earthquake readiness
Following an earthquake in Kumamoto, roads remained clear, but restoring water supplies and daily life proved challenging. Insights into Japan's earthquake readiness were revealed.
Nippon Paper president expresses condolences over deaths at quake-hit plant
An earthquake in Yatsushiro registered a seismic intensity of up to upper 6, the second-highest level in Japan. Nippon Paper's president expressed condolences over the deaths caused by the disaster.
Japan’s Weathernews launches global app in 57 languages
Japan's Weathernews has launched a global app available in 57 languages. The app aims to provide consolidated weather warnings to help users prepare for disasters early.
Japan speeds Kumamoto earthquake recovery as dangerous summer heat sets in
Japan is accelerating recovery efforts in Kumamoto following a recent earthquake, as high summer temperatures pose challenges. Authorities are responding to the dual crisis of rebuilding and managing heat risks.
Typhoon Gaemi approaches southern Taiwan; Kaohsiung port suspends operations
Central Weather Administration issued land warning for Typhoon Gaemi; Port of Kaohsiung halted container operations for 18 hours as precaution.
Kaohsiung port operations curtailed ahead of seasonal storm system
Taiwan port authorities limited pilotage and crane operations at Kaohsiung as a seasonal storm system approached southern Taiwan.