Typhoon No. 26 formed over the sea east of the Philippines at 9 p.m. on September 23 and is expected to strengthen as it moves westward, potentially approaching Okinawa’s main island from September 28 with powerful winds.
The Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed the formation of the typhoon after analyzing satellite imagery from the Himawari weather satellite. The system had previously been classified as a tropical depression.
The typhoon is forecast to move westward over waters with sea surface temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius, providing favorable conditions for further development. It is expected to reach waters south of Okinawa between September 25 and September 26.
From September 27, the storm is forecast to develop an area of storm-force winds, potentially reaching the “strong” typhoon category by September 28.
Sea surface temperatures along its projected path are expected to remain around 29 degrees Celsius even after the typhoon moves away from the hottest waters, allowing it to continue strengthening as it turns northwest and then north.
The typhoon could approach Okinawa’s main island from September 28, although considerable uncertainty remains over its subsequent track and intensity.
Residents and travelers in Okinawa are advised to monitor the latest weather information closely as forecasts are updated and the typhoon’s projected path becomes clearer.
Source: ウェザーニュース
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