Twin typhoons approach Japan, causing many airlines to cancel flights.

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26/06/2026
Due to the dual impact of Typhoon No. 7 "Mikra" and Typhoon No. 8 "Haigos", on June 26th, local time, wide areas of eastern and western Japan experienced strong wind and rainstorms. According to Japanese authorities, Typhoon No. 7 "Mikra" is currently located west of Amami City in Kagoshima Prefecture, with Okinawa and Amami regions experiencing strong winds. It is expected to further affect Japan on the 27th. In addition, Typhoon No. 8 "Haigos" is also expected to approach eastern Japan on the 27th and may make landfall. Due to the dual typhoon impact, a landslide disaster warning was issued for northern Kyushu. Several airlines in Japan decided to cancel flights to and from Okinawa, Kagoshima, and other areas on the 26th, with an estimated 15,000 people's travel plans affected.