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Japan Advises 1.9 Million to Evacuate Due to Typhoon Dujuan

September 22, 2026·2 of 7·1 min read

Typhoon Dujuan has hit Japan's Kanto region, prompting evacuation advisories for approximately 1,908,645 people across six prefectures.

Typhoon Dujuan Hits Kanto Region

Typhoon Dujuan has hit Japan's Kanto region, prompting evacuation advisories for approximately 1,908,645 people across six prefectures.

  • Evacuation advised for 1,908,645 people
  • Advisories issued across six prefectures

Super El Niño Boosts Typhoon Activity

The Super El Niño phenomenon is increasing the intensity and frequency of typhoons. This year, the Northwest Pacific has already seen its 25th typhoon, largely attributed to rising sea surface temperatures.

  • 25th typhoon in Northwest Pacific this year
  • Rising sea surface temperatures are a cause

Importance of Climate Response Strategies

The importance of strategies to respond to climate change is growing. Strengthening urban infrastructure and improving disaster forecasting and warning systems are particularly necessary.

  • Need to strengthen urban infrastructure
  • Improve disaster forecasting and warning systems

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