Typhoon Dolphin Hits Southern Japan, Hundreds of Thousands Evacuated

Typhoon Dolphin struck parts of southern Japan, including Okinawa and Amami, on August 7, 2026, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and waves up to 11 meters high. Hundreds of thousands of people were ordered to evacuate, and an airport in Okinawa closed as the storm approached. Around 500 flights were canceled. The typhoon prompted widespread disruption across the region.