Okinawa Islands Ravaged by Torrential Rain as Tropical Storm Strikes Again

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Source: The Associated Press
Okinawa Islands Ravaged by Torrential Rain as Tropical Storm Strikes Again
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Tropical Storm Khanun is heading towards southwestern Japan, specifically the Okinawa islands, bringing dangerously heavy rainfall and the risk of mudslides. The storm, which previously hit the same area last week, is moving slowly and is expected to strengthen as it continues northward towards Japan's southern major island of Kyushu. Okinawa Governor Denny Tamaki has urged residents to prepare for the storm and to have escape routes ready.

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