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September 22, 2026

Typhoon Dujuan live: Death toll rises to six amid record rainfall in Japan

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What we know

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  • Typhoon Dujuan has caused severe flooding and landslides across Japan, resulting in at least six confirmed deaths.
  • Six people are reported missing in the Kanto region due to the typhoon.
  • The storm brought record-breaking rainfall to Tokyo and surrounding areas, disrupting transportation.
  • Authorities are conducting ongoing search and rescue operations and urging residents to stay vigilant amid hazardous conditions.

Live updates

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SN Analysis

Typhoon Dujuan Kills at Least Six in Japan Amid Record Rainfall

Typhoon Dujuan has caused significant damage in Japan, resulting in at least six confirmed deaths and six people reported missing in the Kanto region. The storm brought record-breaking rainfall, particularly affecting Tokyo and surrounding areas, according to multiple sources including NHK and The Japan Times. Authorities continue search and rescue operations as heavy rain and flooding persist.

Source The New York Times The New York Times nytimes.com
SN Analysis

Typhoon Dujuan Kills at Least Six in Japan Amid Record Rainfall

Typhoon Dujuan has caused severe flooding and landslides across Japan, resulting in at least six confirmed deaths and six people reported missing in the Kanto region, according to multiple sources including The Japan Times and NHK. The storm brought record-breaking rainfall to Tokyo and surrounding areas, disrupting transportation and prompting emergency responses.

Authorities continue search and rescue operations as the typhoon moves along the eastern coast, with local officials urging residents to remain vigilant amid ongoing hazardous conditions.

Source The New York Times The New York Times

What we’ll be tracking

Search and Rescue Operations Ongoing
Monitoring of Flooding and Landslide Risks Ongoing

Why it matters

Human Impact

Typhoon Dujuan has caused at least six deaths and left six people missing, highlighting the severe human toll of the storm.

Environmental Impact

Record-breaking rainfall has led to widespread flooding and landslides, severely affecting Tokyo and the Kanto region.

Emergency Response

Ongoing search and rescue operations and emergency measures underscore the continuing threat and disruption caused by the typhoon.