Singaporeans Should Avoid Osaka Trips Due To Typhoon Jebi
Osaka, Japan has been hit by its largest typhoon in 25 years on Tuesday (4 Sep).
Jebi, a devastatingly powerful storm, has left a trail of destruction behind on the nation, wrecking infrastructure and causing a death toll of 11.
Typhoon Jebi batters Osaka
The strong wind and lashing rains swept a tanker anchored in Osaka Bay into a bridge, forcing Kansai International Airport to close.
Hundreds of flights had to be cancelled, leaving thousands of travellers stranded.
High waves whipped up by the storm flooded parts of Japan.
Extreme weather has also caused power outages and travel chaos across much of the country.
Visuals of the storm’s aftermath highlight its terrifying power.
Evacuation orders were issued in certain areas of Kansai as hundreds were injured by the typhoon.
MFA releases travel advisory for Singaporeans
In view of the mayhem, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) encourages Singaporeans to avoid visiting Japan during this critical period.
Singaporeans are recommended to defer any non-essential travel to Osaka.
Meanwhile, Singaporeans in the affected areas are urged to take necessary precautions and to monitor local news closely.
Travellers may wish to consider alternative transport arrangements.
One way is to take flights out of nearby airports such as Kobe Airport.
Precautions to take
We might not be able to change the weather but here are some precautions that we can take.
Travellers visiting Japan are advised to:
- e-Register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg
- Stay in contact with family and friends
- Purchase comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Contact the Singapore Embassy in Tokyo or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office if they require aid
Embassy of the Republic of Singapore – Tokyo
Address: 5-12-3- Roppongi Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0032 Japan
Tel: +81-3-35869111, 81-3-35869112/+81-90-32084122 (24-hour hotline)
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24-hours)
Address: Tanglin, Singapore 248163
Tel: 6379 8800, 6379 8855
Email: mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg
Stay safe, travellers!
Singaporeans visiting Japan should all take necessary precautions and exercise personal responsibility.
Here’s wishing all you travellers a safe trip! Don’t forget to tag your friends who are heading to Japan soon.
Featured image from Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Google Maps.
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