Japan braces for 'double typhoon' during Obon holiday; South Korea faces low direct impact but potential weather changes

Japan braces for the impact of two typhoons, dubbed 'double typhoons,' approaching its shores during the Obon holiday period. Typhoon Dolphin, currently moving northwest from waters east of Okinawa, is expected to make landfall in Okinawa and potentially head towards Shanghai, with a low probability of directly impacting South Korea. A second typhoon is also forecast to approach northern Japan next week.

The approaching storms have already caused considerable disruption to travel. Over 100 flights were canceled on Wednesday, and ferry and flight services were suspended in Yakushima, Kagoshima Prefecture. One accommodation facility reported around 200 cancellations over three days.

While South Korea is unlikely to face a direct hit, the typhoons could influence the weather system. The Korea Meteorological Administration forecasts rain and a significant temperature drop along the east coast as Typhoon Dolphin moves. This could offer a temporary respite from the ongoing heatwave, though the extreme heat is expected to persist for some time. Some western regions might even experience the Foehn effect, leading to increased temperatures due to hot winds crossing the Taebaek Mountains.

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The typhoons are expected to bring rain and significantly lower temperatures to the east coast.