BREAKING: Japan Confronts Triple Threat — Tropical Storm Krosa, Tsunami Advisories, and Historic Heat
A convergence of climate and seismic emergencies is gripping Japan as authorities warn of a rare triple-threat scenario: a powerful tropical storm closing in on the Tokyo region, tsunami alerts still in effect following a massive offshore earthquake, and a record-setting heatwave sending thousands to emergency care.
As of Wednesday evening, disaster response protocols have been activated nationwide. American veterans and their families living in Japan are being urged to take immediate precautions.
🌀 Storm Krosa Threatens Kanto with Violent Winds and Flooding
Tropical Storm Krosa, currently positioned southeast of Japan, is tracking toward the Izu Islands and the greater Kanto region, with projected landfall expected late Friday into Saturday.
Wind gusts are expected to reach 126 km/h.
Seas may become very rough, with wave heights reaching 7 meters near the Izu Islands.
Forecasts include up to 120 mm of rain in 24 hours, with flash flood and mudslide potential across coastal and mountainous zones.
Residents in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, and surrounding areas are being advised to secure property and avoid unnecessary travel beginning Friday afternoon.
🌊 Tsunami Advisories Ongoing Following 8.8 Kamchatka Quake
Earlier this week, a magnitude 8.8 earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula prompted widespread tsunami warnings across Japan’s Pacific-facing prefectures. The first wave, approximately 40 centimeters, was recorded in Nemuro, Hokkaido.
While no major wave damage has been reported, tsunami advisories remain in place. Seismic experts warn that reflected waves or aftershock-induced tsunamis are still possible. American veterans living in vulnerable coastal areas are urged to relocate to higher ground.
📎 Full tsunami alert and coastal safety guidance:
🔗 Read the original bulletin here
🌡️ 41.2°C: Japan Breaks All-Time National Heat Record
As if the storm and tsunami risk weren't enough, Japan is also enduring an unrelenting heatwave. On Wednesday afternoon, the city of Tanba in Hyogo Prefecture recorded a searing 41.2 degrees Celsius (106.2°F)—the highest temperature in Japanese history.
The Fire and Disaster Management Agency has confirmed 10,804 hospitalizations for heatstroke this week alone, more than doubling last week’s total. Tokyo, Saitama, and Hokkaido reported the highest surge in cases.
📎 In-depth heatwave report:
🔗 Read the full story here
🌍 Pacific-Wide Impact: Coastal Evacuations from Easter Island to the Galápagos
Japan is not alone in facing fallout from the Kamchatka quake. Authorities in Chile and Ecuador ordered evacuations in their Pacific island territories earlier this week:
In Easter Island, residents moved inland to elevated shelters including hilltop churches.
In Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands, citizens in vulnerable coastal areas were directed to pre-established safety zones by emergency response teams.
These actions highlight the global scope of the tsunami event, which has impacted evacuation protocols throughout the Pacific Rim.
🗺️ What American Veterans in Japan Should Do Now
Veterans residing in Japan should take immediate steps to protect themselves and their families:
For Krosa (Storm):
Secure loose outdoor items
Stock up on water, food, and emergency lighting
Avoid driving during peak storm hours (Friday evening–Saturday)
For Tsunami Risk:
Stay away from all Pacific coastlines, harbors, and rivers
Monitor updates from JapanVeterans.com and local authorities
For Heat Safety:
Use air conditioning continuously during heat alerts
Stay hydrated with water and electrolyte-rich drinks
Limit outdoor exposure between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.
📎 U.S. veterans are also encouraged to register with the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive real-time alerts from the U.S. Embassy Tokyo:
🔗 https://step.state.gov
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Reporter’s Note:
From Fukushima to Fukuoka, we’ve seen our share of natural disasters. But rarely do we experience a trifecta like this: a storm surging from the south, tsunami threats from the east, and temperatures that overwhelm even the north. The coming days will test our preparedness—but also show our resilience.
Stay safe. Stay informed.
— Filed by JapanVeterans.com News Team, Kanto Bureau
