Typhoon Jangmi makes landfall in Japan, triggers highest-level flood alert. JMA issues Level 5 emergency warning for Koza River in Wakayama Prefecture; later downgraded but heavy rain continues.
Typhoon Jangmi made landfall in the southern part of Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on Wednesday morning, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to temporarily issue a Level 5 special flood warning for the Koza River. The warning was later downgraded to Level 2, but officials urged residents to remain alert. Heavy rain is expected in western and eastern Japan.
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