Typhoon Lan wreaks havoc in Japan, leaving destruction in its wake

Typhoon Lan made landfall in Japan, prompting the cancellation of nearly 900 flights and the evacuation of 240,000 people. The slow-moving typhoon caused heavy rain, powerful winds, and flooding across central and western Japan. Tornadoes formed in some areas but did not cause major damage. The storm weakened to tropical storm strength as it moved towards the Sea of Japan, but concentrated rains and potential flooding remained a concern. Power outages affected tens of thousands of homes, and roads and train services were disrupted.