Prime Minister Calls for Vigilance Ahead of Typhoon 18 Impact in Okinawa and Amami

In a direct message posted on X, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida urged citizens of Okinawa and the Amami Islands to exercise the utmost caution as Typhoon No. 18 closes in. He highlighted that the system is expected to arrive with intense force by August 26, bringing wind gusts, high seas, and the potential for landslides.

Kishida stressed that the government’s crisis management hub is gathering real‑time data to coordinate response efforts. The Prime Minister’s office has set up a dedicated contact desk to field inquiries and disseminate safety instructions.

The public is reminded to stay informed via radio, television, and internet channels, and to heed any evacuation orders issued by local authorities. Prompt action can protect lives and reduce damage in the face of the approaching storm.