Despite all odds and a one year delay, the Tokyo Olympics are currently being held. They will be facing a global pandemic as well as the sweltering heat. These Olympics are probably cursed. This is especially true when you consider that organizers now have the task of dealing with a tropical storm.AdvertisementAccording to the Japan Times, Japan's Meteorological Agency forecasted that Tropical storm Nepartak would make landfall Tuesday in the Kanto region on the country's main Honshu Island. There was also the possibility that Nepartak could head north to the Tohoku area, which is also located on Honshu. According to the outlet, a warning was issued for heavy rains, strong winds and high waves.Nepartak could make landfall Tuesday at a speed of 78 mph (126 km/h). It could also cause wind gusts up to 50.9 inches (15 cm) of rain in Kanto-Koshin. The storm was 1,118 km (1,800 km) away from Tokyo on Sunday with gusts up to 67 MPH (108 kph).Although it may sound terrible, it could have been worse. Experts say they don't expect Nepartak will become a typhoon. This is the equivalent to a hurricane. The only difference is where the storm happens. According to the Times, typhoons can be common in Japan. However, storms are more common in Tokyo in late summer or early fall.However, Nepartak's alarm raised concerns among Olympic officials who moved to reschedule planned Rowing competitions. However, rowing is not the only sport at high risk. Almost all the others that are outside are at risk.Takaya Masa spoke for the Tokyo 2020 organizing board and said that they were closely monitoring the path of the storms and taking preventative steps. She said that the committee would take responsible action if a storm struck Tokyo and causes damage.Masa stated that unlike an earthquake, we were able predict the path and course of a Typhoon so we could make plans. He was referring to an earlier prediction which warned of a storm as a Typhoon. We understand that athletes will be affected by the need to change the schedule from time to time.AdvertisementIt is not clear that Nepartak will reach the Tokyo region, as we have already mentioned. We may have a better forecast Monday but it is best to be prepared. A tropical storm would not be unexpected, as the Tokyo Olympics are a magnet for bad luck. Let's wish everyone the best and keep Japan safe.
