Heavy rain in Japan leads to 8 deaths and stranded travelers
The record rainfall in the Chiba area near Tokyo, Japan, resulted in the deaths of eight people and caused widespread transportation disruptions. Floodwaters inundated the region, stranding thousands of travelers at Narita Airport, and led to power outages affecting over 20,000 homes. Many roads and railway services were also closed. Over 360 millimeters of rain fell within 24 hours, leading to unprecedented flooding amid warnings of an extremely exceptional situation. The floods caused the death of a person trapped in a flooded car, and others died during rescue operations. Many workers had to stay overnight in evacuation zones, while some flights and transportation services gradually resumed.
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