Japan Issues Highest-Level Rain Warning, Urging Evacuation in Ishikawa and Toyama

The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued its highest-level (Level 5) heavy rain warning for parts of Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, prompting immediate evacuation orders. Over 300 millimeters of rain fell in 12 hours, with forecasts predicting up to 200 mm more, creating life-threatening risks of flash flooding and landslides. This critical alert underscores the severe danger to residents in the affected areas.