South Korea is preparing for the arrival of Typhoon Khanun, urging its industrial sector to be prepared for potential damages caused by the storm. The vice minister of industry held a meeting with heads of the nation's 13 industrial complexes instructing them to be vigilant in their preparations. The Korea Meteorological Administration has forecasted that the typhoon will bring severe rain and wind as it moves through the country.

The typhoon, currently sweeping across Japan's southern islands with winds reaching up to 126 kilometers per hour, is expected to reach waters near Jeju Island late Wednesday. The current forecast shows the storm potentially becoming a threat to the nation's capital, Seoul, as it travels along the western coast. South Korea is bracing for Khanun less than a year after Super Typhoon Hinnamnor disrupted production at major companies. In response to this, state-run utility Korea Electric Power Corp. has inspected facilities to ensure a stable supply of electricity, and Posco, the country's top steelmaker, has completed the construction of a rain-screen wall around its Pohang plant. South Korea has been experiencing extreme weather conditions in recent months, from flooding to scorching heat.

In July, severe downpours led to dozens of deaths from flooding and landslides. Last week, the government raised its heat wave warning to the highest level in four years, with temperatures exceeding 38C (100F) in some parts of the country. The arrival of Typhoon Khanun adds to the challenges already faced by South Korea. Meanwhile, Japan is also preparing for the impact of Khanun. Airlines, including Japan Airlines and ANA Holdings, have canceled several flights, affecting thousands of passengers. Kyushu Railway has warned of possible delays or suspensions, and West Japan Railway may halt bullet train operations between Osaka and Kyushu. As South Korea braces for Typhoon Khanun, the government has raised the disaster warning level, and the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters has upgraded its emergency response posture.

The typhoon is forecasted to make landfall on the country's southern coast on Thursday and possibly pass through the Seoul metropolitan area. The trajectory of Khanun is still uncertain, but if it stays on course, it could affect the Seoul metropolitan area by Friday. The Korea Meteorological Administration has warned of strong winds with speeds up to 126 kilometers per hour, heavy rainfall ranging from 80 to 600 millimeters, and the potential for continued rainfall through Friday morning in the central region. The looming typhoon has also caused disruptions to the 25th World Scout Jamboree in Saemangeum, North Jeolla, forcing tens of thousands of participants to leave their campsite for more secure lodgings. President Yoon Suk Yeol has returned from vacation to oversee the typhoon response and the situation at the jamboree. With the recent challenges of heavy rain, flooding, landslides, and the ongoing heat wave, South Korea's local governments are on high alert to minimize potential damage from the typhoon.

The government has reviewed preparations for emergency equipment, maintenance of drainage systems, and evacuation plans for residents. Measures are also being taken to ensure the safety of vulnerable places such as coastal high-rise buildings and large port cranes. Additionally, the government is inspecting disaster-prone areas and calling for inspections of areas such as riversides, underpasses, and waterfront parking lots. Another typhoon, Typhoon Lan, is also heading towards Japan, which could possibly affect the path of Typhoon Khanun.