Typhoon Dolphin has struck Japan's Okinawa, cutting power to at least 44,000 buildings and injuring five people, before advancing toward China.
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Key facts
- Typhoon Dolphin battered Japan's Okinawa island.
- At least 44,000 buildings lost power.
- Five people were injured on the island.
- The storm is now bearing down on China.
Typhoon Dolphin has battered the Japanese island of Okinawa, causing widespread disruption before moving on toward China, according to the BBC.
The storm cut power to at least 44,000 buildings on the island, the BBC reported, leaving residents facing outages as the typhoon passed through.
Five people were injured on Okinawa as a result of the storm, according to the BBC.
After striking the Japanese island, Typhoon Dolphin was bearing down on China, the BBC reported, raising the prospect of further disruption as the system continued on its path.
Why it matters
Typhoons can cause significant damage to infrastructure and put lives at risk across densely populated coastal regions. With Dolphin heading toward China after hitting Okinawa, communities in its path may face power outages, injuries and disruption.
Frequently asked questions
Where did Typhoon Dolphin hit?
According to the BBC, Typhoon Dolphin battered the Japanese island of Okinawa before bearing down on China.
How many buildings lost power?
The BBC reported that the storm cut power to at least 44,000 buildings on Okinawa.
Were there any injuries?
Yes. According to the BBC, five people were injured on the Japanese island.
Timeline
- Typhoon Dolphin batters Japan's Okinawa before bearing down on China
BBC World: The storm has cut power to at least 44,000 buildings and injured five people on the Japanese island.