According to the latest storm information from the Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JTWC), Typhoon Nakri is having winds of about 65km/h, maximum gusts of 80km/h, moving near Yakushima Island, southern Japan.
Tropical Storm Nakri continues to move northwest, forecast to move more than 320 km northeast of Okinawa Island (Japan) on Friday evening, October 10, maintaining its intensity at the weak tropical storm level.
Okinawa is not expected to be directly affected by strong typhoons. The strongest wind on the island could reach about 56 km/h, gusting to 84 km/h at around 7pm today (local time).
In the coming days, Nakri is expected to continue moving northwest before starting to turn northeast in the next 12 - 36 hours.
During this period, the storm may strengthen slightly.
The storm is forecast to reach its peak around the morning of October 13, with maximum winds of up to 150km/h.
After changing course, Nakri will accelerate northeast over the next 2 days, then turn east-northeast.
The storm is forecast to temporarily strengthen and reach its peak for about 3 more days before weakening into a tropical depression.
Recommendations for tourists
Closely monitor local weather reports and from official meteorological agencies.
Plan flexibly for trips to Okinawa, Ryukyu Islands and coastal areas of Japan in the coming days.
Consider adjusting the sea or air travel schedule as the storm moves northeast.
