Tropical Storm Shanshan Devastates Japan

Tropical Storm Shanshan brought heavy rain to Shizuoka, Japan, causing landslides, floods, and debris. It resulted in six deaths, one person missing, and 127 injuries. The stagnant storm affected areas beyond its path and prompted evacuations in landslide-prone regions. Authorities warned of continued impacts as it moves north.

Tropical Storm Shanshan unleashed torrential rain on Japan's Shizuoka area on Sunday, located 180 km southwest of Tokyo, as weather officials cautioned that the storm would persist for several more days.

Shanshan, with winds reaching 65 kph (40 mph), made landfall on Thursday, leaving behind a trail of landslides, flooded rivers, torn branches, and scattered debris. Residents in southwestern Japan were busy cleaning mud-clogged homes and disposing of broken appliances.

The storm has been linked to at least six fatalities, including three individuals trapped in a mudslide. One person is reported missing and 127 people have sustained injuries, according to Japanese public broadcaster NHK, which aggregates reports from local authorities.

(With inputs from agencies.)