Japan Meteorological Agency Sustains Highest-Level Flood and Landslide Warnings

The Japan Meteorological Agency continues Level 5 emergency warnings for landslides on Niijima, Oshima, and Toshima islands, initially issued September 7. A Level 5 flood warning for the Shonai River in Aichi and Gifu prefectures, issued September 8, also remains active. Persistent heavy rainfall across eastern Japan, including Tokyo, is causing significant disruptions to train services and school closures, highlighting ongoing public safety concerns.