Japan Heavy Rain
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Japan's Meteorological Agency issued a rare alert for a "linear precipitation band" over Chiba Prefecture. Record rainfall near Yachimata City measured 120 millimeters in one hour, prompting disaster warnings and an emergency safety alert for 12 municipalities.
Linear Rainband Forms Over Chiba, Raising Disaster Risk
- Japan's Meteorological Agency issued a rare alert for a "linear precipitation band" over northwestern and northeastern Chiba Prefecture. - The alert, issued early on August 14, signals a high risk of disasters due to intense, concentrated rainfall. - Residents are urged to be vigilant as the weather phenomenon can cause severe flooding and landslides.
Record rainfall near Yachimata City, Chiba Prefecture, with disaster danger imminent
- Heavy rainfall near Yachimata City, Chiba Prefecture, Japan, recorded approximately 120 millimeters of rain in one hour as of midnight on August 14, 2026. - The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a …
Record Rainfall Triggers Disaster Warnings in Chiba, Japan
- Chiba Prefecture in Japan experienced record-breaking rainfall on August 13, 2026, prompting severe weather warnings. - Intense downpours of up to 120 millimeters per hour were recorded in areas inc…
Chiba Prefecture: Emergency safety alert issued for 12 cities amid heavy rainfall
- An "Emergency Safety Assurance" has been issued for 12 municipalities in Chiba Prefecture due to heavy rainfall. - Heavy rain warnings and special warnings for heavy rain and landslides are in effec…