Updated on 3 October 2019
The Situation:
Typhoon Mitag has been downgraded to an extratropical cyclone, but is still delivering
torrential rains across Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued widespread
alerts for heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and high winds. Increased alerts in Hyogo, Kyoto
and Tokushima prefectures for flooding and landslides. Rains to continue through Friday
across central and northern Japan.
Possible Effects:
Heavy rainfall could lead to landslides and flooding in already saturated areas
Downed trees, hindering rescue/recovery efforts
Traffic delays
Cancelled or delayed or rerouted flights
Power outages in homes and places of work
Mitigating Factors to Apply:
Monitor local news and weather media for updates
Allow extra time for travel
Avoid traveling through flooded areas
Keep extra bottled water in lodging
Keep electronics charged
Check with the airline for possible flight delays or cancellations
Enroll in a Safe Traveler program for updates from your country’s embassy
DISCLAIMER and Hold Harmless
Disclaimer: LSDS gathers information from multiple sources and offers insight and perspective to travelers. Sources cannot be validated for accuracy in every instance. Travelers assume all risk associated with their travel and are responsible for the decisions associated with travel and for their own safety. Users of this reference document agree, to hold harmless LSDS (LLC) its employees and clients associated with any risk or injury incurred during travel.
Comments