TOKYO -- The extremely powerful Typhoon Haishen, approaching the shores of Japan, could knockdown power cables, overturn moving trucks and potentially turn flying objects -- such as umbrellas, wet towels and magazines -- into dangerous weapons, the Japan Meteorological Agency warned Saturday.
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High waves hit the shores of Amami in Japan's Kagoshima Prefecture, where Typhoon Haishen is headed. © Kyodo
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