SHIZUOKA, JAPAN – Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport is facing severe disruption after being hit by massive flooding caused by Typhoon Peipah, which has brought torrential rainfall and powerful winds to central Japan.
The storm, which made landfall in western Japan before moving eastward along the Pacific coast, has caused widespread damage across Shizuoka Prefecture. The airport, located in the city of Makinohara, recorded a record 113 millimeters of rainfall in just one hour, leading to the inundation of its facilities. While details on specific damage to airport infrastructure are still being assessed, the flooding has brought operations to a halt, affecting travel plans for thousands.
Typhoon Peipah’s impact has been felt throughout the region, with reports of utility poles collapsing, houses and vehicles being damaged, and power outages affecting nearly 17,000 homes at one point. In addition to the property damage, at least 24 people have been injured in the prefecture.
The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) had issued warnings for landslides, flooding in low-lying areas, and swollen rivers as the typhoon approached. Authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and follow all evacuation advisories, as the risk of further hazards remains high. Rail services, including sections of the Tokaido Shinkansen bullet train line, were also suspended due to the heavy rains.
While Typhoon Peipah is forecast to weaken into an extratropical depression, the JMA continues to advise caution as the storm’s remnants could still bring significant rainfall and strong winds to a wide area of the country.
