Kyushu Rains Cause Flooding, Multiple Missing | JQJO

Torrential rains in Kyushu, Japan, caused flooding and mudslides, injuring several and disrupting travel during a Buddhist holiday. A low-pressure system brought over 40 centimeters of rain in 24 hours to Kumamoto prefecture, prompting the highest-level weather warning. Tens of thousands received evacuation advisories, and rescue efforts are underway for multiple missing persons, including a family of three hit by a mudslide. Train services were suspended, and power outages affected thousands, though many have been restored. Prime Minister Ishiba urged residents to prioritize safety.