Typhoon Dolphin hits Okinawa, cuts power to 44,000 buildings and injures five
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A powerful storm sweeping across a Japanese island has knocked out electricity to at least 44,000 buildings, according to local authorities. The outage, which began early Friday, has affected residential homes, businesses, and public facilities, prompting emergency crews to deploy generators and begin restoration efforts.
The severe weather also left five individuals injured, though none of the injuries have been reported as life‑threatening. Emergency responders are treating the victims at nearby medical centers, and officials have urged residents to stay indoors, avoid downed power lines, and follow safety instructions as repair teams work to restore power and assess any additional damage.
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