Record rainfall leaves four dead, thousands stranded in Japan
Summary
Heavy rain in Japan’s Chiba prefecture caused floods that killed at least four people and stranded thousands of travelers. The rain disrupted roads, railways, and power, especially during the busy Bon Buddhist holiday week.Key Facts
- Chiba prefecture received over 360mm (about 14 inches) of rain in 24 hours.
- Four people died due to the flooding, with a fifth feared dead and one missing.
- More than 22,000 households lost power by Friday morning.
- Over 230,000 people were advised to seek shelter for safety.
- About 4,000 people were evacuated from a flooded train station by Japan’s military forces.
- Thousands were stranded overnight at Narita airport and train services were stopped.
- The Japan Meteorological Agency lowered its severe rain warnings but expected more rain later.
- Flooding damaged homes, cars, and train tracks across the region.
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