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Embassy in Japan warns Kuwaitis of super typhoon Lan

TOKYO, Oct 21 (KUNA) -- Kuwait's embassy in Japan has warned Kuwaitis to practise "utmost caution" in the wake of an impending powerful storm expected to affect large areas of Japan, including the capital Tokyo, on Sunday.
Typhoon Lan, which has been classified a Category 4 storm, is expected to strike Okinawa Prefecture in the south and travel northwards to Tokyo.
It also carries the risk of landslides and floods due to accompanying heavy rain and strong winds.
Kuwaiti tourists, students and residents were advised to abide by guidelines issued by local authorities, according to an embassy statement.
In the case of an emergency, Kuwaitis in Japan were urged to contact the embassy on its following hotlines, +81 3-6134-5503, +81 3-6234-5503, +81 3-6334-5503. (end) mk.sd