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‘Unprecedented’ rain kills four in Japan as thousands stranded at airport
Evacuation orders issued for 400,000 as torrential rains hit Chiba prefecture as flooding risks remain high despite rainfall easing
TL;DR
- At least four people died in eastern Japan due to unprecedented heavy rain.
- Nearly 7,000 people were stranded at Tokyo's Narita airport.
- Torrential rains hit Chiba prefecture, triggering landslide warnings and power outages.
- Evacuation orders were issued for over 400,000 people.
- The Japan Meteorological Agency issued its highest level 5 warning for heavy rains and landslides for Chiba prefecture.
- Soldiers have been dispatched to the area for relief efforts.
- Authorities are warning of continued flooding risks.