Typhoon Shanshan Causes Damage in Miyazaki

Typhoon Shanshan has caused severe damage in Japan's Miyazaki Prefecture, with reports of a suspected tornado touching down on August 28, leading to extensive destruction of buildings and vehicles. Footage shows mangled debris and damaged infrastructure, with eyewitnesses corroborating the tornado's impact. By noon on August 29, 54 people had been reported injured and one person was missing, primarily in Kyushu, as the typhoon made landfall in nearby Kagoshima Prefecture. Evacuation orders have been issued for thousands of residents, affecting over a million households in southwest Japan. The situation remains critical as emergency crews continue to assess the damage and assist those affected.