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Severe weather and flooding across Japan

13 clusters · 67 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Japan floods and landslides cause fatalities and mass evacuations

By early September 2026, Typhoon 24 and linear precipitation zones brought extreme weather to Japan. In Aomori Prefecture, record-breaking rainfall continued, with Ajigasawa recording 260 mm. In Aomori City, a Level 5 em

Chiba recovery continues amid agricultural loss and policy

10 clusters · 185 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Chiba heavy rain prompts LDP flood policy proposals and business aid

Recovery efforts in Chiba Prefecture following record-breaking heavy rains have expanded to address critical disruptions in medical services, massive property damage, and the launch of various relief initiatives. The int

Japan heatwave: record temperatures and medical strain

70 clusters · 245 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Japan issues heatstroke alerts for 26 prefectures

The 2026 Japanese heatwave has escalated into a “disaster-level” event, with temperatures regularly exceeding 35 °C. This extreme heat has caused a sharp rise in heat-related deaths and emergency transports, particularly

Heavy rainfall and flooding in Japan

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Hokuriku region heavy rains cause widespread flooding and injuries

In mid-August, meteorological observatories in Japan issued warnings for heavy rain, landslides, and flooding in the Akita and Tochigi prefectures. Forecasts for these regions indicated potential hourly precipitation of

AI integration in Japanese public services

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Japan to implement AI for emergency call operations

Japanese municipalities and government agencies are increasingly integrating artificial intelligence to improve administrative efficiency and public services. In Nara City, the establishment of an AI Promotion Division