The FIA is monitoring Typhoon Phanfone amid concerns it could cause problems for the Japanese Grand Prix this weekend.
The typhoon is due to hit Suzuka on Sunday according to some simulations, whilst others have it missing the area but it will likely still bring with it heavy rain and strong winds.
There are fears the race will need to be cancelled or moved to either Saturday evening or Monday.
The governing body is set to make a decision on Friday when it knows more about the typhoon’s expected path and arrival.
Speaking during the drivers’ press conference, Jenson Button was hopeful that it wouldn’t cause too many problems.
“I hope that we can race on Sunday, that’s the first thing, I think. With a typhoon coming this way it’s always very tricky. Hopefully it will miss us.
“It’s going to be a mixed weekend in terms of weather; tomorrow there’s a good chance of rain as well.”
The Japanese GP is often hit by heavy rain which most recently in 2004 led to qualifying being postponed until Sunday morning.
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