Typhoon Bavi lashes Japan's southern islands; landslides kill 15 in Philippines
Typhoon Bavi has caused significant damage in the Philippines and is currently impacting Japan and Taiwan with heavy winds and rain. Authorities have initiated evacuations and suspended transport services to mitigate risks of flooding and landslides.
Why it matters
The event highlights the increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events in the Asia-Pacific region, necessitating robust disaster management.
Typhoon Bavi pummelled Japan’s southern Sakishima island chain with heavy rain and violent winds on Saturday (July 11, 2026) as it headed towards Taiwan, prompting authorities to warn of flooding risks and landslides.
On Friday (July 10, 2026), 15 people were killed in landslides in the Philippines and thousands in Taiwan were evacuated from their homes as the biggest typhoon in decades neared the region.
On the island of Japan’s Ishigaki, part of Okinawa prefecture, small pieces of debris could be seen flying across empty streets, with only a scattering of vehicles braving the gale and rain. Boats at a local harbour rocked in the strong currents brought on by the large and strong storm, which had maximum sustained winds of 144 kph (90 mph) near its centre. Authorities issued a warning of gusts reaching up to 198 kph.
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