Tropical Cyclone Shanshan Causes Seven Deaths in Japan

Tropical cyclone Shanshan, which has been downgraded from a typhoon, has resulted in at least seven fatalities and widespread damage across central and southwestern Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings for landslides, floods, and rising river levels due to record rainfall, with some areas receiving nearly 1,000 millimeters of rain since the storm's onset. The cyclone has disrupted transportation, particularly affecting Shinkansen bullet train services, though some routes are expected to resume soon. As of Sunday, 127 individuals have been reported injured, and one person remains missing. While the cyclone has weakened, heavy rain is forecast to continue, maintaining risks in affected regions. Authorities continue to advise vigilance against potential flooding and landslides.