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Muddy floodwaters swept through the region, overflowing rivers and triggering landslides that severed transportation routes. Temporary housing, recently established for individuals who lost their homes in the earthquake, was flooded once more, forcing many residents to evacuate yet again. Local sentiment is one of despair, with residents voicing their frustration: "Not again."
The affected stretch of road is situated in a bay area characterized by its dense cluster of factories and businesses, and lies less than two kilometers from JR Goi Station. The collapse spans the entire width of the road, prompting an immediate response from local authorities and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT). The Chiba National Highway Office is currently spearheading an investigation into the incident, with preliminary suspicions pointing towards heavy rainfall as a contributing factor.
Out of 914 weather monitoring locations across Japan, 144 reported their highest-ever temperatures. Sano City in Tochigi Prefecture recorded a staggering 41.0°C on July 29, tying for the second highest temperature ever documented in the country. The number of locations experiencing extreme heat days soared to 8,821, surpassing the previous record of 6,692 set last summer and exceeding any figures since the introduction of current statistical methods in 2010.
The continuous downpour from this precipitation band has led to unprecedented rainfall rates, further exacerbating the potential for natural disasters. The observatory has heightened its warnings, urging residents to exercise extreme caution due to the escalating threat. The persistence of intense rainfall in these regions is expected to continue, with implications for both infrastructure and safety.
As of the latest updates, Typhoon No. 10 is advancing slowly northward over the sea west of Yakushima, causing severe weather conditions across southern Kyushu and the Amami region. The Japan Meteorological Agency has also issued a "Special Storm Surge Warning" for Kagoshima Prefecture and warned of the potential for record-breaking rainfall, particularly in western Japan.
Currently, Typhoon No. 10 is advancing rapidly from the western coast, gathering strength as it moves eastward. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has issued severe weather warnings, underscoring the potential for widespread disruption. The storm's force is expected to escalate, with wind speeds potentially reaching or exceeding 150 kilometers per hour. This level of intensity poses serious threats, including uprooted trees, damaged infrastructure, and significant coastal flooding.