Okinawa
Coverage of Okinawa in the Nexus archive.
- Taiwan and eastern China brace for Typhoon Bavi as winds and rain hit Japan’s southern islands
Typhoon Bavi brought strong winds and rain to Japan’s southern islands, prompting evacuations and high alerts in Taiwan and eastern China. The storm intensified seasonal monsoon rains in the southern Philippines, causing landslides that killed at least 17 people. Bavi is forecast to pass north of Taiwan before making landfall in China’s Zhejiang province.
- Taiwan and eastern China brace for Typhoon Bavi as winds and rain hit Japan’s southern islands
Typhoon Bavi has brought strong winds and rain to Japan’s southern islands, with Taiwan and eastern China preparing for its impact through evacuations and high alerts. The typhoon, with 144 kph winds, is expected to pass north of Taiwan and make landfall in Zhejiang, China. Over 14,000 people were evacuated in Taiwan, while Japan canceled 200 flights and issued storm warnings.
- Super Typhoon Bavi nears Japan’s Okinawa, flights axed and noodle shelves emptied
Super Typhoon Bavi approaches Japan’s Okinawa prefecture, with warnings of severe weather including violent winds, heavy rain, landslides, and flooding. Flights to the region have been canceled, and stores are running out of noodles as the storm nears the Sakishima Islands.
- US Marines in Okinawa receive first MADIS, NMESIS platforms
U.S. Marines in Okinawa received the Navy-Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System (NMESIS) and Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS), enhancing their capabilities in sea denial and low-altitude air defense. The 3rd Marine Division's 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment first deployed these systems during the Balikatan 26 exercise in the Batanes Islands and Zambales.
- Typhoon Jangmi sweeps northwards leaving 23 injured in Japan
Typhoon Jangmi caused 23 injuries in Japan, with 1.52 million people advised to evacuate due to 80mph winds and heavy rainfall. The storm damaged 57 homes, disrupted electricity for 60,000 households, and harmed Himeji Castle, a UNESCO world heritage site.
- Typhoon Jangmi churns along Japan’s Pacific coast, leaves dozens hurt
Typhoon Jangmi caused flooding, mudslides, and dozens of injuries after making landfall in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. The storm affected western and eastern Japan’s Pacific coast, with the weather agency issuing a highest-level flood warning for the Koza River in Wakayama.
- HK Express cancels 6 Hong Kong-Okinawa flights as Typhoon Jangmi approaches
HK Express canceled six Hong Kong-Okinawa flights on Monday and Tuesday due to Typhoon Jangmi approaching Japan’s southern islands. The airline announced special ticket arrangements and notified passengers to facilitate alternative travel plans.
- Why Does Okinawa Have So Many US Military Bases?
The article explores the reasons behind the high number of US military bases in Okinawa, referencing author Jon Mitchell's new book as a source of analysis.