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Asian Games 2026 Facing Potential Disruptions Due to Typhoon Dujuan
Organizers of the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya are adjusting schedules as Tropical Storm Dujuan approaches Japan, threatening to impact early competition events.
The 2026 Asian Games, currently underway in the Aichi-Nagoya region, are facing operational challenges due to severe weather conditions. According to Khaosod Online Thailand, Tropical Storm Dujuan is moving northwest toward central Japan, carrying maximum sustained winds of 90 km/h with gusts reaching 126 km/h.
While the official opening ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, preliminary events such as football, basketball, and volleyball have already commenced. Kosei Inoue, head of the Japanese delegation and a senior executive at the Japanese Olympic Committee, confirmed on Thursday, September 17, that heavy rainfall has already caused delays and rescheduling for certain competitions. Officials are particularly concerned about the potential for the storm to intensify or track closer to the region by September 21.
For residents and travelers in the Aichi-Nagoya area, this situation may lead to further transportation disruptions, as seen last week when heavy rains forced school closures and halted train services. Hundreds of athletes have already been relocated from their initial accommodations as a precaution.
It remains to be confirmed how the storm’s trajectory will evolve over the coming days and which specific events will face further postponements. Visitors are advised to monitor local weather alerts and official Games announcements for real-time updates on venue accessibility and schedule changes.
