In an informative update, NHK WORLD-JAPAN has detailed the trajectory and potential impact of typhoons in Japan. The video highlights the average annual occurrence of typhoons in the Pacific Ocean, with a focus on those that approach Japan during the typhoon season. Emphasizing the importance of regular updates, the report outlines the Japan Meteorological Agency’s role in providing 5-day forecasts to help track these potentially devastating storms.
- On average, 26 typhoons occur in the Pacific Ocean each year.
- Approximately 11 of these typhoons head towards Japan.
- Typically, 2 to 3 typhoons make landfall in Japan annually.
- Japan’s typhoon season spans summer and early autumn.
- The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) issues 5-day forecasts for typhoons.
- The forecast maps show the predicted path of the typhoon’s center.
- Even areas outside the predicted path can experience severe weather conditions from a typhoon.
- It is advised to regularly check updates for the latest forecast information.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN is “the international service of Japan’s public media organization NHK.” NHK World-Japan is operated by Nippon Hoso Kyokai (NHK). The goal of NHK World-Japan is stated as “to promote a deeper international understanding of Japan, introducing the latest events in Japan through news and other programs.”
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