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. Source 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. Source 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 […]
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