On the island of Ishigaki, part of Okinawa prefecture, small pieces of debris could be seen flying across empty streets, with only a scattering of vehicles braving the gale and rain.
Boats at a local harbor rocked in the strong currents brought on by the large and strong storm, which had maximum sustained winds of 144 kph near its center. Authorities issued a warning of gusts reaching up to 198 kph.
Flights and ferry services across Ishigaki, a popular tourist destination, remained suspended for all of Saturday.
Strong wind rattles trees at a port as Typhoon Bavi passes through, in Ishigaki, Japan, July 11, 2026. Photo by Reuters
In neighboring Taiwan, more than 14,000 people have been evacuated from mainly mountainous areas as the island shut down for the approach of Bavi to the north.
