Japanese airlines have halted hundreds of flights as Typhoon Chan-Hom approaches Tokyo, disrupting air travel as authorities brace for strong winds and heavy rain.
Among the airlines that have cancelled their services are Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways, with airports in the Tokyo region among those affected. The cancellations come as the storm moves towards Japan’s main island and conditions begin to deteriorate.
The typhoon is expected to bring heavy rainfall and powerful winds across parts of eastern Japan, raising the risk of flooding and landslides. Transport services could also face further disruption as the storm draws closer to the capital.
Bloomberg reported that the flight cancellations form part of wider preparations for Chan-Hom, with airlines suspending services ahead of the storm’s expected impact on the Tokyo region.
With the system continuing to approach, airlines and transport operators are likely to make further changes to services depending on weather conditions. Authorities have urged people in affected areas to remain alert as the storm advances.
