Typhoon Talas Makes Landfall in Japan

Posted September 2nd, 2011 at 11:20 pm (UTC-5)
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Japanese officials say slow-moving Typhoon Talas has made landfall on the island of Shikoku, dumping heavy rains across a wide swath of the country.

Authorities say at least one person has died and three others are missing in Talas' aftermath.

The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a warning that the heavy rains and strong winds could lead to flooding and landslides.