Social News(2024/08/29)
Saitama Kawaguchi: 232 people in 160 households, including the elderly, are advised to evacuate
2024-08-29 23:43:00
Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture, has issued evacuation information to 232 people in 160 households in the Kanne, Shingo, Angyo, Totsuka and Hatogaya districts at 10:48 pm on the 29th, citing the growing risk of disasters due to heavy rain. The city has issued a level 3 heavy rain alert out of five levels, and is calling on the elderly and people with disabilities to begin evacuating.
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Tokyo Higashiyamato Narabashi River reaches flood danger level
2024-08-29 23:35:00
The Narabashi River, which flows through Higashiyamato City, Tokyo, has reached a flood danger level at the Nichigetsubashi observation station.
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JR Nambu Line service suspended on both lines between Tachikawa and Kawasaki due to fatal accident
2024-08-29 23:26:00
According to JR East, the Nambu Line has suspended operations on both lines between Tachikawa Station and Kawasaki Station since around 11:00 pm due to a fatal accident at Shirite Station in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Operations are scheduled to resume at midnight.
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Roads flooded in Yaizu, Shizuoka Reports of cars submerged in water continue to flood in various areas
2024-08-29 23:11:00
According to the police, heavy rains caused roads to flood in many areas of Yaizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, and there were multiple reports of people being unable to move because parts of their cars were submerged in water.
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Tokyo Machida Sakai River reaches flood danger level
2024-08-29 23:07:00
The Sakai River, which flows through Machida City, Tokyo, exceeded the flood danger level at the Showa Bridge observation station at 10:40 pm.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Extremely heavy rain in Kanto and Tokai areas - ensure safety
2024-08-29 22:54:00
Typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, and active rain clouds are gathering even in areas far from the typhoon itself, with extremely heavy rainfall in the Kanto and Tokai regions. Heavy rain and extremely strong winds are expected to blow in Western and Eastern Japan through the 31st, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Please stay safe tonight on the high floors of a sturdy building.
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[Weather forecaster commentary] Typhoon No. 10 predicted path and future outlook
2024-08-29 22:49:00
Typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, and a linear rain band has formed in Hyogo Prefecture, causing torrential rain, as well as very heavy rain in the Kanto region. Heavy rain and very strong winds are expected to continue in Western and Eastern Japan through the 31st, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Meteorologist Kimiji Saida gives an explanation on the outlook for the future. *The video is 2 minutes and 51 seconds long and was broadcast on the news at 10 p.m. on the 29th. *It cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.
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Tokushima: A man in his 80s dies after a house roof collapses in Kamiita Town, due to heavy rain in the area
2024-08-29 22:38:00
On the evening of the 29th, the roof of a house collapsed in Kamiita Town, Tokushima Prefecture, and a man in his 80s who lived in the house was caught in the collapse. He was rescued by the fire department but later died. It is believed that about 110 mm of heavy rain fell in the Kamiita Town area, and the police are currently investigating the details of the incident.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] 4 dead, 94 injured, 1 missing
2024-08-29 22:37:00
Typhoon No. 10 has brought intensifying rain and winds across the country, leaving four people dead, 94 injured, and one person still missing.
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JR Chuo Line service suspended between Takao and Kofu due to heavy rain
2024-08-29 22:34:00
According to JR East, due to heavy rain, services on the JR Chuo Line have been suspended on both up and down lines between Takao Station in Hachioji, Tokyo, and Kofu Station in Kofu, Yamanashi Prefecture.
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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, air travel, and expressways [29th]
2024-08-29 22:31:00
As Typhoon No. 10 approaches, Shinkansen service is being affected, and some sections of expressways in the Kyushu region have been closed. Air travel is also being affected.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Heavy rain in Hyogo and very heavy rain in Kanto - ensure safety
2024-08-29 22:13:00
Typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, causing linear rain bands in Hyogo Prefecture and torrential rain, as well as very heavy rain in the Kanto region. Heavy rain and very strong winds are expected to continue in Western and Eastern Japan through the 31st, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Please stay safe tonight on the high floors of a sturdy building.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] 4 dead, 94 injured, 1 missing
2024-08-29 21:39:00
Typhoon No. 10 has brought intensifying rain and winds across the country, leaving four people dead, 94 injured, and one person still missing.
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[Typhoon No. 10: Impact on daily life and the economy] Kyushu supermarkets temporarily closed
2024-08-29 21:34:00
This article summarizes the main impacts of Typhoon No. 10 on daily life.
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Tokyo District Prosecutor's Office decides not to indict Diet members accused of violating the Political Funds Control Law
2024-08-29 21:25:00
The Tokyo District Public Prosecutors' Office Special Investigation Division has decided not to indict four Diet members and the governor of Yamanashi Prefecture who were criminally charged for allegedly violating the Political Funds Control Act by failing to report on income and expenditure reports in connection with a political fundraising party held by a Liberal Democratic Party faction, citing insufficient evidence.
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LDP working group to debate on the merits of introducing "optional separate surnames for married couples" in presidential election
2024-08-29 21:21:00
Aizawa, a former Diet Affairs Committee Chairman who chairs the LDP working group discussing the "optional separate surnames for married couples" issue, expressed the view that there should be a thorough debate on the merits of introducing the system during the LDP presidential election in September.
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National average hourly minimum wage to rise by 51 yen to 1,055 yen
2024-08-29 21:16:00
Since October this year, the minimum wages for each prefecture have been announced one after another. Due to concerns about the outflow of human resources, there have been a series of hikes that exceed the national guideline of 50 yen, with the average hike reaching a record high of 51 yen, bringing the national average hourly wage to 1,055 yen.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Kyushu is hit by heavy rains, and western and eastern Japan are on high alert for landslides and other disasters
2024-08-29 21:12:00
Typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, causing torrential rain in Shikoku and Kinki, and a linear rain band in Hyogo Prefecture, leading the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue "information on significant heavy rain." Heavy rain and very strong winds are expected to continue in western and eastern Japan through the 31st, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Please stay safe tonight on a high floor of a sturdy building.
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Tokushima: A man in his 80s dies after the roof of a house collapses
2024-08-29 21:02:00
According to the police, at around 5:30 pm on the 29th, the roof of the second floor of a house in Kamiita Town, Tokushima Prefecture, collapsed, trapping a man in his 80s. The man was rescued by the fire department about 50 minutes later, but later died at the hospital where he was taken. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, radar analysis indicates that approximately 110 mm of heavy rain fell in the hour up to 6:30 pm near Kamiita Town, and the agency issued a "record-breaking short-term heavy rain report."
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] 4 dead, 85 injured, 1 missing
2024-08-29 21:01:00
Typhoon No. 10 has brought intensifying rain and wind across the country, leaving four people dead, 85 injured, and one person still missing.
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Evacuation orders to continue for the time being in Gamagori city, Aichi prefecture, where a landslide occurred
2024-08-29 20:49:00
Following a landslide in Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture on the 27th that engulfed a family of five in their home, the city has decided to maintain evacuation orders for the time being in preparation for future rains, taking into account the situation at the scene.
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Linear rain band occurs in southern Hyogo Prefecture, increasing risk of disasters; ensure safety
2024-08-29 20:46:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency announced "Information on Significant Heavy Rain" at 8:27 pm on the 29th, stating that a linear precipitation band had appeared in southern Hyogo Prefecture, and extremely heavy rain was continuing to fall in the same area. A "linear precipitation band" is a phenomenon in which developed cumulonimbus clouds form a band-like line that brings heavy rain. The Japan Meteorological Agency has called for people to be on high alert and ensure their safety, as the risk of life-threatening landslides and floods is rapidly increasing.
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Hyogo Prefecture: Evacuation orders issued to 20,012 households and 44,042 people in Minami-Awaji City
2024-08-29 20:43:00
Minami-Awaji City in Hyogo Prefecture issued an evacuation order to 20,012 households and 44,042 people throughout the city at 8:10 pm on the 29th, citing the increasing risk of landslides. The information is at alert level 4 out of 5 levels, and calls for everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas.
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Shizuoka City lifts emergency safety measures around Wada River, switches to evacuation orders
2024-08-29 20:41:00
Shizuoka City, due to the possibility of the Wada River in Shimizu Ward overflowing due to heavy rain, lifted the "urgent safety assurance" issued to 8,937 households and 22,000 people living in the surrounding area at 8:15 pm on the 29th and switched to evacuation orders. The city has a five-level alert level of 4, and is calling for everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas.
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[Typhoon No. 10: Impact on daily life and the economy] Kyushu supermarkets temporarily closed
2024-08-29 20:32:00
This article summarizes the main impacts of Typhoon No. 10 on daily life.
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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, air travel, and expressways [29th]
2024-08-29 20:31:00
As Typhoon No. 10 approaches, Shinkansen service is being affected, and some sections of expressways in the Kyushu region have been closed. Air travel is also being affected.
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Okayama: Mother sentenced to 10 years in prison for abuse of 5-year-old girl
2024-08-29 20:28:00
In the case of a 5-year-old girl who was abused and later died in Okayama City three years ago, the mother was charged with confinement resulting in death and other crimes. In the trial of the mother, the prosecution demanded a 10-year prison sentence, saying that "her criminal responsibility for not helping her daughter and abandoning her is serious."
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Record-breaking short-term heavy rainfall near Minami-Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture; stay safe
2024-08-29 20:25:00
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, radar analysis shows that approximately 110 mm of heavy rain fell in the hour leading up to 8:10 pm near Minami-Awaji City in Hyogo Prefecture. As the risk of a disaster is imminent, the agency has issued a "record-breaking short-term heavy rainfall information" and is calling for people to ensure their safety.
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The Sonose River, which flows through Sanagouchi Village and Tokushima City in Tokushima, reaches a flood danger level
2024-08-29 20:20:00
The Sonose River, which flows through Sanagouchi Village and Tokushima City in Tokushima Prefecture, exceeded the "flood danger level" at the mountaintop observation station in Yamamachi, Tokushima City, at 7:20 pm. As the water level is expected to continue to rise, Tokushima Prefecture has issued a "flood danger information" and is calling for people to pay attention to evacuation information issued by local governments.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Kyushu is hit by heavy rains, and western and eastern Japan are on high alert for landslides and other disasters
2024-08-29 20:04:00
Typhoon No. 10 is moving north, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, causing severe storms in Kyushu and linear rain bands in Tokushima and Kagawa prefectures, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued "Information on significant heavy rain." Heavy rain and very strong winds are expected to blow in western and eastern Japan through the 31st, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Please stay safe tonight on a high floor of a sturdy building.
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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, air travel, and expressways [29th]
2024-08-29 20:03:00
As Typhoon No. 10 approaches, Shinkansen service is being affected, and some sections of expressways in the Kyushu region have been closed. Air travel is also being affected.
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JR Chuo Line service suspended between Takao and Otsuki due to heavy rain
2024-08-29 20:02:00
According to JR East, due to heavy rain, JR Chuo Line services have been suspended on both up and down lines between Takao Station in Hachioji, Tokyo, and Otsuki Station in Otsuki, Yamanashi Prefecture.
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"I don't want to go to school" - a video contest for people with worries
2024-08-29 19:41:00
It is said that people feel more reluctant to go to school after the summer vacation. To coincide with this time of year, a contest was held in which junior and senior high school students who have experience of not going to school could submit videos they made for people who are currently struggling with this issue.
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ASICS to withdraw from sales of baseball equipment such as gloves and bats
2024-08-29 19:41:00
Asics, a major sporting goods manufacturer, has announced that it will withdraw from the baseball equipment business, which includes the manufacture and sale of gloves and bats, excluding shoes. As profitability has declined due to the decline in the number of players, the company plans to focus its management resources on businesses such as running shoes.
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Record-breaking short-term heavy rainfall near Shodoshima, Kagawa Prefecture; stay safe
2024-08-29 19:37:00
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, radar analysis indicates that approximately 90 mm of heavy rain fell in the hour leading up to 7:20 pm near Shodoshima Town in Kagawa Prefecture. As the risk of a disaster is imminent, the agency has issued a "record-breaking short-term heavy rainfall information" and is calling for people to ensure their safety.
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A sixth grade girl drowns and loses consciousness during class in a swimming pool in Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido
2024-08-29 19:35:00
On the morning of the 29th, a sixth-grade girl drowned during a gym class at a pool in Kitahiroshima City, Hokkaido, and is now in critical condition and unconscious.
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[Weather forecaster commentary] Typhoon No. 10 predicted path and future outlook
2024-08-29 19:33:00
Typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, causing severe storms in Kyushu, and a linear rain band has formed in Tokushima and Kagawa prefectures, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has just announced "Information on significant heavy rain." Heavy rain and very strong winds are expected to blow in Western and Eastern Japan through the 31st, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Meteorologist Haruyama Monone explains the outlook for the future. *The video is 3 minutes and 12 seconds long and was broadcast on the news at 7 p.m. on the 29th. *It cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.
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[Typhoon No. 10: Impact on daily life and the economy] Kyushu supermarkets temporarily closed
2024-08-29 19:27:00
This article summarizes the main impacts of Typhoon No. 10 on daily life.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] 3 dead, 85 injured, 1 missing
2024-08-29 19:25:00
Typhoon No. 10 has brought intensifying rain and winds across the country, leaving three people dead, 85 injured, and one person missing.
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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, air travel, and expressways [29th]
2024-08-29 19:18:00
As Typhoon No. 10 approaches, Shinkansen service is being affected, and some sections of expressways in the Kyushu region have been closed. Air travel is also being affected.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Kyushu is hit by heavy rains, and western and eastern Japan are on high alert for landslides and other disasters
2024-08-29 19:16:00
Typhoon No. 10 is moving north, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, causing severe storms in Kyushu, and linear rain bands in Tokushima and Kagawa prefectures, with the Japan Meteorological Agency just announcing "information on significant heavy rain." Heavy rain and very strong winds are expected to blow in western and eastern Japan through the 31st, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Please stay safe tonight on a high floor of a sturdy building.
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Former House of Representatives member Horii ordered to pay summary fine for violation of Public Election Law, etc. Tokyo Summary Court
2024-08-29 19:15:00
Former House of Representatives member Manabu Horii was summarily indicted by the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office Special Investigation Division on charges of violating the Public Offices Election Act for repeatedly giving illegal condolence money. He was also summarily indicted on charges of violating the Political Funds Control Act for failing to report party income he received kickbacks from the Abe faction of the Liberal Democratic Party in his income and expenditure report, and received a summary order from the court to impose a 1 million yen fine and a three-year suspension of his civil rights.
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Shizuoka City Urgent Safety Guidance for 8,937 Households near Wada River: Actions to Protect Lives
2024-08-29 19:12:00
Shizuoka City issued an "urgent safety alert" to 8,937 households and 22,000 people living in the surrounding area at 6:43 pm, as the Wada River in Shimizu Ward may have overflowed due to heavy rain. The alert is at the highest level of 5, and calls on people to take actions to increase the chances of saving their lives by staying in a nearby building, on the second floor or higher of their own home, or away from slopes, or in a safe place.
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Record-breaking short-term heavy rainfall in Tokushima Prefecture
2024-08-29 19:10:00
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, radar analysis indicates that approximately 120 mm of heavy rain fell in the hour leading up to 6:50 pm near Naruto City in Tokushima Prefecture. As the risk of a disaster is imminent, the agency has issued a "record-breaking short-term heavy rainfall information" and is calling for people to ensure their safety.
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[Typhoon No. 10: Impact on daily life and the economy] Kyushu supermarkets temporarily closed
2024-08-29 19:09:00
This article summarizes the main impacts of Typhoon No. 10 on daily life.
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Tokaido Shinkansen Tokyo-Shin-Osaka service canceled on the 29th
2024-08-29 18:59:00
JR Central announced that it would cancel all Tokaido Shinkansen service on the 29th on the entire line between Tokyo and Shin-Osaka, citing the lack of prospects for rainfall in Shizuoka Prefecture to fall below the regulated level. Trains currently in operation will either terminate at intermediate stations or return to their starting stations, and JR Central said, "From now on, even if you visit the station, you will not be able to board, so we ask that you consider changing your plans."
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Record-breaking short-term heavy rainfall in Tokushima and Kagawa prefectures; stay safe
2024-08-29 18:56:00
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, radar analysis shows that about 110 mm of heavy rain fell in the hour leading up to 6:30 pm in the areas around Kamiita Town in Tokushima Prefecture and Higashikagawa City in Kagawa Prefecture. As the risk of a disaster is imminent, the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a "record-breaking short-term heavy rainfall information" and called for people to ensure their safety.
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"Portable generators" used indoors may cause carbon monoxide poisoning - NITE
2024-08-29 18:55:00
As power outages caused by Typhoon Faxai continue to occur in various areas, the National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE) is calling for caution regarding portable generators, as they pose a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning when used indoors, and there have been fatal accidents involving them in past disasters.
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Man missing after boat capsizes in Kagoshima; one body found offshore nearby; identification underway
2024-08-29 18:53:00
On the night of the 28th, a boat capsized at Kagoshima Port in Kagoshima City, and the captain fell into the sea and is now missing. During a search on the 29th, a body was found offshore nearby, and the Japan Coast Guard is working to identify the body and investigate any connections.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] 3 dead, 82 injured, 1 missing
2024-08-29 18:52:00
Typhoon No. 10 has brought intensifying rain and winds across the country, leaving three people dead, 82 injured, and one person missing.
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Saitama City officials reach agreement with company that purchased city-owned land that was fraudulently sold
2024-08-29 18:51:00
In a case where a Saitama city employee fraudulently sold city-owned land around JR Yono Station, the city has revealed that it has reached an agreement with the company that purchased the land regarding its return.
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Saitama Prefectural Police officer indicted for illegally obtaining and leaking criminal record information
2024-08-29 18:45:00
The Saitama District Public Prosecutors Office has indicted a police sergeant in his 50s from Chichibu Police Station in Saitama Prefecture for illegally obtaining information about criminal records and leaking it to an acquaintance.
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Tokyo Tachikawa: Man in his 40s mistakenly arrested for assault at restaurant - Metropolitan Police Department
2024-08-29 18:40:00
The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department announced that it had mistakenly arrested a man in his 40s in connection with an assault incident that occurred at a restaurant in Tachikawa, Tokyo.
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Linear rain band in Kagawa and northern Tokushima prefectures, risk of disasters rising sharply
2024-08-29 18:38:00
At 6:28 pm on the 29th, the Japan Meteorological Agency announced "Information on significant heavy rainfall," stating that a linear precipitation band had formed in Kagawa Prefecture and northern Tokushima Prefecture, and that extremely heavy rain was continuing to fall in the same area. A "linear precipitation band" is a phenomenon in which developed cumulonimbus clouds form a band and bring heavy rain. The Japan Meteorological Agency has called for people to be on high alert and ensure their safety, as the risk of life-threatening landslides and floods is rapidly increasing.
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Eight of the top 10 major companies raise electricity rates in October due to rising import prices of LNG, etc.
2024-08-29 18:29:00
Eight of the top 10 electric power companies will see an increase in electricity bills due to October this year due to rising import prices of liquefied natural gas (LNG), which is used as fuel for thermal power generation.
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Record-breaking short-term heavy rainfall in Kagawa Prefecture: Stay safe
2024-08-29 18:26:00
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, radar analysis indicates that approximately 90 mm of heavy rain fell in the hour leading up to 6:10 pm near Higashikagawa City in Kagawa Prefecture. As the risk of a disaster is imminent, the agency has issued a "record-breaking short-term heavy rainfall information" and is calling for people to ensure their safety.
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[Typhoon No. 10] High tide times and tide level changes in Kyushu
2024-08-29 18:22:00
Typhoon No. 10 is moving north, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, causing severe storms in Kyushu. These are the high tide times and tide level changes in various parts of Kyushu. Tide level data is updated every 10 minutes.
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[Typhoon No. 10 power outage] Over 203,000 households in seven Kyushu prefectures (29th, 18:00)
2024-08-29 18:22:00
According to Kyushu Electric Power Transmission and Distribution, as of 6:00 p.m., more than 203,000 households in seven Kyushu prefectures were without power due to the effects of the typhoon.
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[Expert] Typhoon No. 10: "Be vigilant over a wide area, regardless of the central location"
2024-08-29 18:17:00
Regarding future precautions for Typhoon No. 10, Professor Motoyuki Ushiyama of Shizuoka University, who is knowledgeable about evacuation behavior during disasters, said, "This typhoon has caused heavy rainfall that has affected areas far from the center, so we need to continue to be vigilant over a wide area regardless of the location of the center."
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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, air travel, and expressways [29th]
2024-08-29 18:14:00
As Typhoon No. 10 approaches, Shinkansen service is being affected, and some sections of expressways in the Kyushu region have been closed. Air travel is also being affected.
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Most Tokaido Shinkansen trains between Tokyo and Shin-Osaka will stop operating.
2024-08-29 18:12:00
According to JR Central, the Tokaido Shinkansen has suspended operations between Shin-Fuji Station and Kakegawa Station in Shizuoka Prefecture because the amount of rainfall exceeded the standard, and as a result, most trains between Tokyo Station and Shin-Osaka Station have stopped operating. Operations will resume only after the amount of rainfall falls below the standard, and there is no prospect of resumption.
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[Typhoon No. 10: Impact on daily life and the economy] Kyushu supermarkets temporarily closed
2024-08-29 18:09:00
This article summarizes the main impacts of Typhoon No. 10 on daily life.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] 3 dead, 82 injured, 1 missing
2024-08-29 18:04:00
Typhoon No. 10 has brought intensifying rain and winds across the country, leaving three people dead, 82 injured, and one person missing.
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Host club issue: Group launched to improve business health for over 160 Tokyo establishments
2024-08-29 18:02:00
In response to a series of problems such as women who are customers of host clubs being forced into debt due to excessive fees, an organization has been formed with the participation of over 160 host clubs in Tokyo, aiming to make business more healthy. The organization has put forward policies such as abolishing accounts receivable, where hosts claim to have paid fees in advance, and banning new customers under the age of 20 from entering the clubs.
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Hamamatsu Mayor retracts remarks "I get excited when a typhoon approaches" and apologizes, "I deeply regret it"
2024-08-29 17:59:00
Hamamatsu Mayor Nakano, as Typhoon No. 10 approached, made remarks such as "For some reason, I feel excited when a typhoon approaches," but at a press conference on the 29th he said, "My remarks were far removed from the feelings of the citizens, and I deeply regret them," and retracted his remarks and apologized.
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Evacuation order issued for part of Matsuda town, Kanagawa
2024-08-29 17:46:00
Following the announcement of a landslide warning, the town of Matsuda in Kanagawa Prefecture issued an evacuation order to 703 households and 1,643 people in the mountainous Yori district at 5:03 pm. The information corresponds to level 4 of the five-level warning level, and calls for everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas.
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Sanyo Shinkansen to begin planned suspension (Hiroshima-Hakata) for the entire day on the 30th
2024-08-29 17:30:00
Based on the latest weather forecasts regarding the path and speed of Typhoon No. 10, JR West has begun the planned suspension of Sanyo Shinkansen services and is gradually canceling services between Hiroshima and Hakata. On the 30th, the planned suspension will be in place from the first train between Hiroshima and Hakata for the entire day.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Kyushu hit by severe storms, landslides, flooding in low-lying areas, etc.
2024-08-29 17:27:00
Typhoon No. 10 is moving north, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, causing severe storms in Kyushu and extremely heavy rainfall in Shikoku. Fierce winds will blow in Western Japan through the 30th, and a linear rain band is expected to form in Kyushu, Shikoku, and Tokai through the 30th, increasing the risk of disasters. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Please stay safe on the higher floors of a sturdy building.
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Typhoon No. 10: Five things to check to protect your life
2024-08-29 17:22:00
Typhoon No. 10 is causing damage in many areas. Areas in its path are at risk of flooding, landslides, and strong winds, as well as high tides near the coast. Here are some points to keep in mind in order to protect your life.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Kyushu hit by severe storms, landslides, flooding in low-lying areas, etc.
2024-08-29 17:10:00
Typhoon No. 10 is moving north, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, causing severe storms in Kyushu and extremely heavy rainfall in Shikoku. Fierce winds will blow in Western Japan through the 30th, and a linear rain band is expected to form in Kyushu, Shikoku, and Tokai through the 30th, increasing the risk of disasters. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Please stay safe on the higher floors of a sturdy building.
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Tokaido Shinkansen service suspended between Shizuoka and Kakegawa
2024-08-29 17:07:00
Due to the rain, Tokaido Shinkansen services have been suspended between Shizuoka Station and Kakegawa Station.
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Nuclear fuel reprocessing plant completion target postponed to FY2026, reports to Aomori Prefecture
2024-08-29 17:03:00
Regarding the spent nuclear fuel reprocessing plant currently under construction in Rokkasho Village, Aomori Prefecture, the operator, Japan Nuclear Fuel Limited, has reported to the prefecture that it will postpone the completion target date, which was originally set for the end of September, to sometime in fiscal 2026.
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Former House of Representatives member Horii summarily indicted by Tokyo District Prosecutor's Office on charges of violating the Public Offices Election Act
2024-08-29 16:56:00
The Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's Special Investigation Division has filed a summary indictment against former House of Representatives member Manabu Horii, who resigned on the 28th, for violating the Public Offices Election Act, alleging that he repeatedly and illegally gave condolence money to voters in his constituency. He was also summarily indicted for violating the Political Funds Control Act, alleging that he did not report party income he received kickbacks from the Abe faction of the Liberal Democratic Party in his income and expenditure report.
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Fukuoka City Zoo continues to operate despite baby elephant escaping from enclosure three times
2024-08-29 16:54:00
Fukuoka City Zoo announced that one of its Asian elephant calves had escaped from its outdoor enclosure three times in the space of about a week this month. No one was injured, but the zoo continued to operate without completing countermeasures during this time.
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Yamaguchi Prefecture Governor Muraoka also expresses support for the plan to deploy Ospreys at the U.S. military's Iwakuni base
2024-08-29 16:52:00
Regarding the plan to deploy Ospreys and other aircraft at the U.S. military's Iwakuni Air Base in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Yamaguchi Governor Muraoka expressed his understanding, saying, "It will not have a major impact on the living environment of residents living near the base."
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[Typhoon No. 10: Impact on daily life and the economy] Kyushu supermarkets temporarily closed
2024-08-29 16:47:00
This article summarizes the main impacts of Typhoon No. 10 on daily life.
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JR Chuo Line Rapid Trains and Chuo and Sobu Line Local Trains to resume operation
2024-08-29 16:43:00
Due to a fatal accident that occurred at Kichijoji Station on the JR Chuo Line, rapid trains on the Chuo Line and local trains on the Chuo and Sobu Lines had been suspended, but resumed full service at 4:03 pm.
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Nuclear Regulatory Agency urges Tokai No. 2 Nuclear Power Plant to "re-design in detail" due to inadequate seawall
2024-08-29 16:41:00
Regarding the issue of defects being found in the seawall under construction at the Tokai No. 2 Nuclear Power Plant in Ibaraki Prefecture, the Nuclear Regulation Authority has asked Japan Atomic Power Company, which has indicated its intention to carry out additional construction, to once again present detailed designs, stating that there are impacts and evaluations that need to be considered.
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Gamagori landslide: 5 rescued, 3 confirmed dead; identification urgently needed
2024-08-29 16:32:00
On the 27th, a landslide in Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture, caught up a family of five in their home, and by the morning of the 29th, five people had been rescued, but according to the city, three of them, a man and a woman, were confirmed dead. The city and others are working to confirm the identities of the victims, who they believe to be a couple in their 70s and their eldest son in his 30s who lived in the house.
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[Weather forecaster commentary] Typhoon No. 10 predicted path and future outlook
2024-08-29 16:29:00
Typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, causing severe storms in Kyushu and torrential rains in Shikoku. In Western Japan, strong winds will blow until the 30th, and a linear rain band is expected to occur in Kyushu, Shikoku, and Tokai on the 30th, increasing the risk of disasters. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Meteorologist Mitu Tanaka gives an explanation of the outlook for the future. *The video is 1 minute 49 seconds long and was broadcast on the news at 4 p.m. on the 29th. *It cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] 3 dead, 74 injured, 1 missing
2024-08-29 16:22:00
We have compiled information on the damage caused by Typhoon No. 10.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] 3 dead, 57 injured, 1 missing
2024-08-29 16:06:00
We have compiled information on the damage caused by Typhoon No. 10.
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"Appropriate measures for victims of Typhoon No. 10" requested to the Bank of Japan and other financial institutions
2024-08-29 16:04:00
The Bank of Japan, Kyushu Regional Finance Bureau, and Tokai Regional Finance Bureau have requested financial institutions to take appropriate measures, such as refunding deposits, for people in areas to which the Disaster Relief Act has been applied due to Typhoon Faxai, even if they do not have passbooks or other documents.
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Former House of Representatives member Manabu Horii summarily indicted by Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office Special Investigation Division
2024-08-29 15:50:00
The Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's Special Investigation Division has filed a summary indictment against former House of Representatives member Manabu Horii (52), who left the Liberal Democratic Party and resigned on the 28th, for violating the Public Offices Election Act, alleging that he repeatedly gave illegal condolence money to voters in his constituency. He was also summarily indicted for violating the Political Funds Control Act, for failing to report party income he received kickbacks from the Abe faction of the Liberal Democratic Party in his income and expenditure report.
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JR Chuo Line Rapid Trains and Chuo and Sobu Line Local Trains Suspended in some sections
2024-08-29 15:38:00
According to JR East, due to a fatal accident at Kichijoji Station on the JR Chuo Line, from around 3:08 pm, rapid trains on the Chuo Line between Tokyo Station and Takao Station, and local trains on the Chuo and Sobu Lines between Chiba Station and Mitaka Station have been suspended on both lines. They expect to resume service around 4:10 pm.
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Kumamoto Prefecture, Tamana, Sakai River and Hanegi River reach flood danger level
2024-08-29 15:30:00
According to Kumamoto Prefecture, the Sakai River, which flows through Tamana City, exceeded the flood danger level at around 2:30 pm at the Minamidaimonbashi observation station. The Hanegi River, which also flows through Tamana City, exceeded the flood danger level at around 2:40 pm at the Hanegi observation station. Kumamoto Prefecture has issued a "flood danger information" due to the risk of flooding due to rising water levels, and is calling for people to be on high alert.
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Oita Prefecture, Kunisaki City, Urgent Safety Actions to Protect Lives
2024-08-29 15:24:00
Kunisaki City, Oita Prefecture, issued an "urgent safety alert" to 13,115 households and 27,932 people throughout the city at 3pm, as multiple rivers, including the Aki River and Musashi River, which run through the city, are flooding one after another. This is the highest level 5 alert. Kunisaki City is calling on people to take actions that will increase the chances of saving their lives by staying in a nearby building, on the second floor or higher of their own home, or away from slopes, or in a safe location.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Kyushu moves north, vigilant against strong winds, landslides, flooding in low-lying areas
2024-08-29 15:20:00
Strong Typhoon No. 10 is moving north, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, causing severe storms in Kyushu and extremely heavy rains in Shikoku. Fierce winds are expected to blow in Western Japan through the 30th, and a linear rain band is expected to form in Kyushu, Shikoku, and Tokai through the 30th, increasing the risk of disasters. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Please stay safe on the higher floors of a sturdy building.
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Urgent safety measures for the entire Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture: Actions to protect lives
2024-08-29 15:17:00
Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture, issued an "urgent safety alert" to 10,999 households and 21,804 people throughout the city at 2:40 pm due to the risk of river flooding and landslides in the city caused by heavy rain. This is the highest level 5 alert. The city is calling on people to take actions that will increase the chances of saving their lives by staying in a nearby building, on the second floor or higher of their own home, or away from slopes, or in a place that is as safe as possible.
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Two Central League games tonight canceled due to bad weather forecast
2024-08-29 15:14:00
The professional baseball game between DeNA and Hanshin scheduled for the evening of the 29th at Yokohama Stadium was canceled at around 1:30 pm due to expected bad weather caused by the typhoon.
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Urgent safety measures for the entire Akimachi area of Kunisaki City, Oita Prefecture: Actions to protect lives
2024-08-29 15:00:00
Kunisaki City, Oita Prefecture, issued an "emergency safety order" to 3,909 households and 8,518 people throughout Aki town at 2:15 p.m. after the Aki River, which runs through the city, flooded in the Setoda area of Aki town due to heavy rains caused by the typhoon.
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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, air travel, and expressways [29th]
2024-08-29 14:48:00
As Typhoon No. 10 approaches, Shinkansen service is being affected, and some sections of expressways in the Kyushu region have been closed. Air travel is also being affected.
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Female Nikkei journalist arrested on suspicion of violating stalking prevention law, Metropolitan Police Department
2024-08-29 14:37:00
A reporter from the Nihon Keizai Shimbun was arrested by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department on suspicion of violating the Stalking Prevention Act for repeatedly messaging a male reporter from another news organization, saying things like "I want to see you."
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[Weather forecaster commentary] Typhoon No. 10 predicted path and future outlook
2024-08-29 14:33:00
Strong Typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, causing severe storms in Kyushu and extremely heavy rainfall in Shikoku. In Western Japan, violent winds will blow until the 30th, and in Kyushu, Shikoku, and Tokai, linear rain bands are expected to occur until the 30th, increasing the risk of disasters. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Meteorologist Kojiro Mukaigasa explains the outlook for the future. *The video is 2 minutes and 9 seconds long. It was broadcast on the news at 2:00 p.m. on the 29th. *It cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.
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Kyushu Shinkansen to suspend operations for the entire day on the 30th
2024-08-29 14:07:00
According to JR Kyushu, the Kyushu Shinkansen will suspend operations on all lines from the first train to the end of the day on the 30th, following the suspension on the 29th. In addition, conventional lines will also suspend operations on almost all sections of Kyushu, except for parts of Nagasaki and Saga prefectures, from the first train to the end of the day.
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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, air travel, and expressways [29th]
2024-08-29 13:56:00
As Typhoon No. 10 approaches, Shinkansen service is being affected, and some sections of expressways in the Kyushu region have been closed. Air travel is also being affected.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] 54 injured, 1 missing in Kyushu
2024-08-29 13:48:00
We have compiled information on the damage caused by Typhoon No. 10.
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Tokaido Shinkansen resumes operation
2024-08-29 13:34:00
Due to the rain, Tokaido Shinkansen services were suspended between Shin-Yokohama and Atami stations, but resumed at 1:21 pm.
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[Weather forecaster commentary] Typhoon No. 10 predicted path and future outlook
2024-08-29 13:33:00
The strong typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone. In Kyushu, the wind is blowing very strongly, and heavy rain is falling, with linear rain bands forming in Oita, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima prefectures. At 10:30 a.m., the Japan Meteorological Agency changed the special warnings for strong winds, high waves, and high tides to warnings and advisories, but it is feared that in western Japan, strong winds will blow through the 30th, and in Kyushu, Shikoku, and Tokai, linear rain bands will form through the 30th, which will rapidly increase the risk of disasters. It is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Meteorologist Kojiro Mukaigasa's explanation of the future outlook. *The video is 2 minutes and 2 seconds long. It was broadcast on the news at 1:00 p.m. on the 29th. *It cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.
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Evacuation order issued to 459 households in Odamachi, Suzuka, Mie Prefecture, evacuating from dangerous areas
2024-08-29 13:30:00
At 12:40 p.m., Suzuka City in Mie Prefecture issued an evacuation order to 459 households and 1,169 people in Oda Town due to rising water levels of the Muku River. An evacuation order is a level 4 warning out of five levels, and calls for everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas.
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[Typhoon No. 10 impacts daily life] Kyushu: Many supermarkets temporarily closed
2024-08-29 13:13:00
This article summarizes the main impacts of Typhoon No. 10 on daily life.
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Tokyo Metropolitan Government, police and others work together to prevent disasters caused by dangerous earthworks
2024-08-29 13:03:00
In an effort to prevent disasters caused by dangerous earthworks within Tokyo, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, police and other organizations held a meeting and confirmed that they will work together to take measures such as patrols to check for any earthworks that do not meet safety standards.
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[Weather forecaster commentary] Typhoon No. 10 predicted path and future outlook
2024-08-29 12:47:00
The strong typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone. In Kyushu, the winds are blowing very strongly, causing heavy rain and linear rain bands in Oita, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima prefectures. At 10:30 a.m., the Japan Meteorological Agency changed the special warnings for strong winds, high waves, and high tides to warnings and advisories, but it is feared that in western Japan, strong winds will blow through the 30th, and in Kyushu, Shikoku, and Tokai, linear rain bands will occur through the 30th, causing a sudden increase in the risk of disasters. It is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Future outlook Meteorologist Kojiro Mukaigasa explains. *The video is 1 minute 55 seconds long and was broadcast on the news at 12 p.m. on the 29th. *It cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] 54 injured, 1 missing in Kyushu
2024-08-29 12:45:00
We have compiled information on the damage caused by Typhoon No. 10.
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A sixth grade girl was found unconscious during a class at the pool in Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido, but recovered after being transported to the hospital.
2024-08-29 12:34:00
On the morning of the 29th, a sixth grade girl was in a pool in Kitahiroshima City, Hokkaido, during a physical education class when she was briefly unconscious. She later regained consciousness, and the police and the city's Board of Education are currently investigating the details of the incident.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Strong winds and linear rain bands hit Kyushu as typhoon moves north, urging caution
2024-08-29 12:32:00
The powerful typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, and winds are blowing very strongly in Kyushu, causing heavy rain and linear rain bands in Oita, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima prefectures. The Japan Meteorological Agency changed the special warnings for strong winds, high waves, and high tides to warnings and advisories at 10:30 a.m., but it is feared that in western Japan, strong winds will blow through the 30th, and in Kyushu, Shikoku, and Tokai, linear rain bands will occur through the 30th, causing a sudden increase in the risk of disasters, and is calling for people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Please stay safe on the higher floors of a sturdy building.
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Emergency safety measures lifted in Mishima Village, Kagoshima
2024-08-29 12:32:00
The village of Mishima in Kagoshima Prefecture lifted the "emergency safety assurance" that had been issued throughout the village due to the approaching typhoon at 10:47 a.m.
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Trend Micro considers response to Tokyo Regional Taxation Bureau's criticism that 9.6 billion yen in undeclared income
2024-08-29 12:27:00
It has been learned from an interview with a related person that the major information security company "Trend Micro" has been pointed out by the Tokyo Regional Taxation Bureau that its subsidiary in the Netherlands has almost no actual business, and that it should have combined its income in Japan with its tax return, resulting in the failure to declare over 9.6 billion yen. "Trend Micro" is not satisfied with the result and is "considering how to respond."
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Evacuation orders issued to 55,611 households in parts of Kitakyushu City to evacuate from dangerous areas
2024-08-29 12:25:00
Kitakyushu City issued evacuation orders to 55,611 households and 103,813 people in the city's special landslide alert zones and landslide alert zones at noon, due to the risk of landslides caused by the approach of Typhoon No. 10. The evacuation orders are Level 4 out of a five-level alert level, and the local government is calling for everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas.
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Two YouTubers arrested as private citizens plead not guilty at first hearing
2024-08-29 12:22:00
The first hearing of two YouTubers accused of posting false information on internet message boards and encouraging people to bring stimulants in order to film a video of a so-called "private arrest" was held, and both pleaded not guilty.
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Surfing coach dies in Kanagawa Prefecture after being swept away while trying to save children
2024-08-29 12:15:00
On the afternoon of the 28th, a 68-year-old man who was coaching a surfing class for elementary school students on the beach in Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, went missing and later died. The man was reportedly trying to rescue an elementary school student who was about to be swept away.
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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, air travel, and expressways [29th]
2024-08-29 12:09:00
As Typhoon No. 10 approaches, Shinkansen service is being affected, and some sections of expressways in the Kyushu region have been closed. Air travel is also expected to be affected.
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[Reporter's commentary] Typhoon No. 10: Be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding, and inundation
2024-08-29 11:50:00
Powerful Typhoon No. 10 is moving north, drawing Kyushu into its storm zone, where winds are blowing very strongly and causing heavy rain with linear rain bands in Oita, Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures. The Japan Meteorological Agency has just upgraded special warnings for strong winds, high waves and high tides to warnings and advisories, but as there is a risk of the risk of disaster increasing rapidly in the future, it is urging people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas and river flooding. Social Affairs Department reporter Wakabayashi Yuki provides commentary. *Broadcast on NHK News at 11am on the 29th *The video is 4 minutes 54 seconds long and cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] 41 injured, 1 missing in Kyushu
2024-08-29 11:48:00
We have compiled information on the damage caused by Typhoon No. 10.
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A girl was found unconscious in a pool during class at an elementary school in Hokkaido.
2024-08-29 11:47:00
On the morning of the 29th, an elementary school student was found unconscious at a pool in Kitahiroshima City, Hokkaido, and was taken to a hospital. A nearby elementary school was having a physical education class, so the police and the city's Board of Education are currently investigating the details of the incident.
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Niigata Myoko: Man in his 70s attacked by animal, seriously injured; bear attack likely
2024-08-29 11:43:00
Late on the night of the 28th, a man in his 70s was attacked by an animal on a farm road in Myoko City, Niigata Prefecture, and suffered serious injuries, including a broken collarbone. Police believe that the man may have been attacked by a bear, and are urging residents in the area to be careful.
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[Weather forecaster commentary] Typhoon No. 10 predicted path and future outlook
2024-08-29 11:35:00
Strong typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone. The winds are blowing very strongly in Kyushu, causing heavy rain and linear rain bands in Oita, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima prefectures. The Japan Meteorological Agency has just changed the special warnings for storms, high waves, and high tides to warnings and advisories, but there is a risk that the risk of disasters will increase rapidly in the future, and they are calling for people to be on high alert for storms, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Meteorologist Yasuhiro Hiyama explains the outlook for the future. *The video is 2 minutes and 00 seconds long. It was broadcast on the news at 11:00 a.m. on the 29th. *It cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.
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Souta Fujii talks about his joy at winning the seven-crown "Eternal King" title and his enthusiasm for the "Oza match"
2024-08-29 11:33:00
On the 28th, Souta Fujii (22), the seven-time champion who defended his title in the "Oza-sen" match, one of the eight major titles in shogi, by winning the best-of-seven match, held a press conference where he spoke about his joy at winning his second permanent title, the "Eisei Oza," after five consecutive victories, and expressed his enthusiasm for the next title match, the "Oza-sen," which begins in September.
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[Typhoon No. 10 power outage] 255,730 households in seven Kyushu prefectures (10:00 on the 29th)
2024-08-29 11:26:00
According to Kyushu Electric Power Transmission and Distribution, as of 10:00 a.m. on the 29th, a total of 255,730 households in seven Kyushu prefectures were without power due to the effects of the typhoon.
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Tokaido Shinkansen Mishima-Nagoya service to be suspended all day on the 30th
2024-08-29 11:24:00
Due to the approach of Typhoon No. 10, JR Central announced that it will cancel all services on the Tokaido Shinkansen line between Mishima Station in Shizuoka Prefecture and Nagoya Station for the entire day, from the first train on the 30th.
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Evacuation orders issued to 205,923 households throughout Nagasaki city to evacuate from dangerous areas
2024-08-29 11:22:00
As the typhoon approached, Nagasaki City issued evacuation orders to 205,923 households and 393,051 people throughout the city at 11:00 a.m. The "evacuation order" is a level 4 warning out of five levels, and calls for everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas.
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Sanyo Shinkansen service to be suspended (Hiroshima-Hakata) from around 5pm today
2024-08-29 11:21:00
Based on the latest weather forecasts regarding the path and speed of Typhoon No. 10, JR West has announced that it will bring forward the planned suspension of Sanyo Shinkansen services on the 29th and cancel services between Hiroshima and Hakata from around 5:00 p.m.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Emergency warning changed to warning etc. Continue to be on high alert
2024-08-29 11:16:00
The powerful typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, dragging Kyushu into its storm zone, causing very strong winds in Kyushu, with heavy rain and linear rain bands in Oita, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima prefectures. The Japan Meteorological Agency has just changed its special warnings for strong winds, high waves, and high tides to warnings and advisories, but it is feared that the risk of disasters will increase rapidly in the future, and is urging people to be on high alert for strong winds, landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Please stay safe on the higher floors of a sturdy building.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] 41 injured, 1 missing in Kyushu
2024-08-29 11:11:00
We have compiled information on the damage caused by Typhoon No. 10.
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Emergency safety assurance for 15,712 households in the Ekidate River basin and other areas in Oita, Usa
2024-08-29 10:42:00
At 9:35 a.m., Usa City in Oita Prefecture issued an "urgent safety alert" to 15,712 households and 27,015 people in the Yakidate River basin, Anshinji and Innai areas, due to the risk of flooding of the Yakidate River that runs through the city due to heavy rains caused by the typhoon. This is the highest level 5 alert. Usa City is calling on people to take actions that will increase the chances of saving their lives by staying in a nearby building, on the second floor or higher of their own home, or away from slopes, or in a safe place.
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Typhoon No. 10 Kagoshima Prefecture Typhoon special warning changed to warning and advisory
2024-08-29 10:38:00
At 10:30 a.m. on the 29th, the Japan Meteorological Agency upgraded the special gale and high wave warnings issued for Kagoshima Prefecture, excluding the Amami region, to warnings, and upgraded the special high tide warning issued for the Satsuma region of Kagoshima Prefecture to advisories.
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[Typhoon No. 10 power outage] 255,730 households in seven Kyushu prefectures (10:00 on the 29th)
2024-08-29 10:37:00
According to Kyushu Electric Power Transmission and Distribution, as of 10:00 a.m. on the 29th, a total of 255,730 households in seven Kyushu prefectures were without power due to the effects of the typhoon.
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[Live footage] Typhoon No. 10: Current wind, rain, waves and river conditions in various areas
2024-08-29 10:36:00
Typhoon No. 10 is expected to bring unprecedented winds, high waves, and high tides, so maximum vigilance is required. Rain and wind will rapidly intensify, increasing the risk of disasters, and even in areas far from the typhoon, there is a risk of heavy rain due to the influence of warm, humid air. Here is the current situation in various areas.
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Flooding of the Uriida River near the Oyamada area of Takaoka Town, Miyazaki Prefecture; ensure safety
2024-08-29 10:28:00
Miyazaki Prefecture announced at 9:20 a.m. that the Uriida River had flooded near the Oyamada district of Takaoka Town, Miyazaki City. The prefecture is calling for people to immediately take appropriate action, such as ensuring safety.
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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, air travel, and expressways [29th]
2024-08-29 10:27:00
As Typhoon No. 10 approaches, Shinkansen service is being affected, and some sections of expressways in the Kyushu region have been closed. Air travel is also expected to be affected.
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[Typhoon No. 10] High tide times and tide level changes in Kyushu
2024-08-29 10:22:00
Typhoon No. 10 is expected to bring unprecedented storms, high waves, and high tides, so maximum vigilance is required. High tide times and tide level changes in Kyushu. Tide level data is updated every 10 minutes.
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[Weather forecaster commentary] Typhoon No. 10 predicted path and future outlook
2024-08-29 10:21:00
The powerful typhoon No. 10 made landfall near Satsumasendai City, Kagoshima Prefecture, at around 8:00 a.m. A special warning for strong winds and high waves was issued for Kagoshima Prefecture, excluding the Amami region, and a special warning for high tides was issued for the Satsuma region of Kagoshima Prefecture, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for maximum vigilance. In addition, heavy rain has occurred in Kyushu, with linear rain bands occurring in Oita, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima prefectures, and strict vigilance is required for landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. There is a risk that the risk of disasters will increase rapidly, so please stay safe on the high floors of sturdy buildings. Meteorologist Yasuhiro Hiyama explains the outlook for the future. *The video is 1 minute 56 seconds long and was broadcast on the news at 10:00 a.m. on the 29th. *It cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.
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Oita Yufu Miyagawa River floods, damage being assessed
2024-08-29 10:09:00
According to Yufu City, Oita Prefecture, city officials confirmed that the Miyagawa River, which runs through the city, had flooded by 8 a.m. According to the fire department, they have not received any calls for rescue at this time, and are continuing to check whether any damage has occurred.
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Evacuation information for elderly people and others issued to 3,173 households (7,148 people) throughout Kamige Town, Fukuoka
2024-08-29 09:34:00
The town of Kamige in Fukuoka Prefecture issued an evacuation notice to 3,173 households and 7,148 people throughout the town at 9 a.m., citing the risk of landslides due to the heavy rains caused by Typhoon Faxai. This is Level 3 information out of a five-level heavy rain alert, and calls on the elderly and people with disabilities to begin evacuating.
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[Weather forecaster commentary] Typhoon No. 10 predicted path and future outlook
2024-08-29 09:28:00
The very strong Typhoon No. 10 has just landed near Satsumasendai City, Kagoshima Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a special warning for storms and high waves in Kagoshima Prefecture, excluding the Amami region, and a special warning for high tides in the Satsuma region of Kagoshima Prefecture, and is calling for maximum vigilance. In addition, heavy rain has occurred in Kyushu, with linear rain bands occurring in Oita, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima prefectures, and strict vigilance is required against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. There is a risk that the risk of disasters will increase rapidly, so please stay safe on the high floors of sturdy buildings. Meteorologist Yasuhiro Hiyama's explanation of the future outlook. *The video is 2 minutes and 55 seconds long and was broadcast on the news at 9:00 a.m. on the 29th. *It cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Landing near Satsumasendai, Kagoshima Prefecture, maximum vigilance required
2024-08-29 09:26:00
The powerful typhoon No. 10 made landfall near Satsumasendai City, Kagoshima Prefecture, at around 8:00 a.m. A special warning for strong winds and high waves has been issued for Kagoshima Prefecture, excluding the Amami region, and a special warning for high tides has been issued for the Satsuma region of Kagoshima Prefecture, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for the highest level of vigilance. Heavy rain has also been falling in Kyushu, with linear rainbands occurring in Oita, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima prefectures, and strict vigilance is required against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. There is a risk that the risk of disasters will increase rapidly, so please stay safe on the higher floors of sturdy buildings.
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Urgent safety measures: 1,256 households in the Miyagawa area of Yufu, Oita Prefecture take action to protect their lives
2024-08-29 09:21:00
Yufu City, Oita Prefecture, issued an "urgent safety alert" to 2,311 people in 1,256 households in the autonomous district surrounding the Miyagawa River at 8:05 a.m. due to the Miyagawa River flowing through the city. The alert level is the highest level 5, and the city is calling on people to take actions that will increase the chances of saving their lives by staying in a nearby building, on the second floor or higher of their home, or away from slopes, or in a place that is as safe as possible.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Tide level changes and high tide times in Kyushu
2024-08-29 09:15:00
Typhoon No. 10 is expected to bring unprecedented storms, high waves, and high tides, so maximum vigilance is required. High tide times and tide level changes in Kyushu. Tide level data is updated every 10 minutes.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Made landfall near Satsumasendai, Kagoshima, around 8 a.m., Japan Meteorological Agency
2024-08-29 08:36:00
The extremely powerful Typhoon No. 10 has just made landfall near Satsumasendai City, Kagoshima Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued special warnings for strong winds and high waves for Kagoshima Prefecture, excluding the Amami region, and special warnings for high tides for the Satsuma region of Kagoshima Prefecture, and is calling for the highest level of vigilance. In addition, heavy rain has occurred in Kyushu, with linear rainbands occurring in Oita, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima prefectures, and strict vigilance is required against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. There is a risk that the risk of disasters will increase rapidly, so please stay safe on the higher floors of sturdy buildings.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] Gusts of wind in Miyazaki, damage continues in Kyushu
2024-08-29 08:28:00
We have compiled information on the damage caused by Typhoon No. 10.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Made landfall near Satsumasendai, Kagoshima, around 8 a.m., Japan Meteorological Agency
2024-08-29 08:11:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency announced earlier that "Typhoon No. 10 made landfall near Satsumasendai City, Kagoshima Prefecture at around 8:00 a.m." The extremely strong typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, approaching Kagoshima Prefecture and other areas with a storm area, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a special warning of strong winds and high waves for Kagoshima Prefecture, excluding the Amami region, and a special warning of high tides for the Satsuma region of Kagoshima Prefecture. Linear precipitation bands have occurred in Oita Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, and Kagoshima Prefecture, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued "information on significant heavy rain." In addition, winds are also strengthening in various areas, so strict vigilance is required against strong winds, high waves, high tides, and heavy rain. There is a risk that the risk of disasters will increase rapidly, so please stay safe in sturdy buildings.
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[Live footage] Typhoon No. 10: Current wind, rain and wave conditions in various areas
2024-08-29 07:53:00
Typhoon No. 10 is expected to bring unprecedented winds, high waves, and high tides, so maximum vigilance is required. Rain and wind will rapidly intensify, increasing the risk of disasters, and even in areas far from the typhoon, there is a risk of heavy rain due to the influence of warm, humid air. Here is the current situation in various areas.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] Damage from gusts of wind in Miyazaki
2024-08-29 07:49:00
We have compiled information on the damage caused in various areas by Typhoon No. 10 and the heavy rains that accompanied it.
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Oita Yufu Oita River reaches flood danger level
2024-08-29 07:29:00
Due to the heavy rains caused by Typhoon No. 10, the Oita River, which flows through Yufu City, Oita Prefecture, exceeded the flood danger level at the Tonojiri Water Level Observation Station, and the meteorological observatory and other organizations issued a flood danger warning at 7 a.m., calling for caution.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Possibility of “Strongest Class Ever” - Strengthen Buildings
2024-08-29 07:17:00
The extremely strong Typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, approaching Kagoshima Prefecture and other areas with its storm winds, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a special warning of storm winds and high waves for Kagoshima Prefecture, excluding the Amami region, and a special warning of high tides for the Satsuma region of Kagoshima Prefecture. Linear precipitation bands have occurred in Oita, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima prefectures, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued "information on significant heavy rain." Winds are also strengthening in many areas, so strict vigilance is required against storm winds, high waves, storm surges, and heavy rain. There is a risk that the risk of disasters will increase rapidly, so please stay safe in sturdy buildings.
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[Weather forecaster commentary] Typhoon No. 10 predicted path and future outlook
2024-08-29 07:16:00
The very strong typhoon No. 10 is moving northward, approaching Kagoshima Prefecture and other areas with a storm area, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a special warning of strong winds and high waves for Kagoshima Prefecture, excluding the Amami region, and a special warning of high tides for the Satsuma region of Kagoshima Prefecture. A linear rain band has occurred in Miyazaki Prefecture and Kagoshima Prefecture, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued "information on significant heavy rain." In addition, winds are also strengthening in various areas, so strict vigilance is required for strong winds, high waves, high tides, and heavy rain. There is a risk of a sudden increase in the risk of disasters, so please stay safe in a sturdy building. Meteorologist Yasuhiro Hiyama's explanation of the future outlook. *The video is 1 minute 55 seconds long and was broadcast on the news at 7:00 a.m. on the 29th. *It cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.
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Evacuation order lifted in Hanamaki, Iwate
2024-08-29 07:09:00
Due to the heavy rain, Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, issued an evacuation order to 398 people in 169 households in the Tase district from the evening of the 28th, but lifted the order at 4:25 a.m. on the 29th.
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[Damage from Typhoon No. 10] Four people slightly injured in Miyazaki due to strong winds
2024-08-29 07:06:00
We have compiled information on the damage caused in various areas by Typhoon No. 10 and the heavy rains that accompanied it.
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[Live footage] Typhoon No. 10: Current wind, rain and wave conditions in various areas
2024-08-29 06:47:00
Typhoon No. 10 is expected to bring unprecedented winds, high waves, and high tides, so maximum vigilance is required. Rain and wind will rapidly intensify, increasing the risk of disasters, and even in areas far from the typhoon, there is a risk of heavy rain due to the influence of warm, humid air. Here is the current situation in various areas.
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Linear rain band in central and northern Oita Prefecture, increasing risk of disaster
2024-08-29 06:43:00
At 6:37 a.m. on the 29th, the Japan Meteorological Agency issued "Information on Significant Heavy Rain," stating that a linear precipitation band had formed in central and northern Oita Prefecture, and extremely heavy rain was continuing to fall in the same area. A "linear precipitation band" is a phenomenon in which developed cumulonimbus clouds form a line one after another, bringing heavy rain. The Japan Meteorological Agency has called for people to be on high alert and ensure their safety, as the risk of life-threatening landslides and floods is rapidly increasing.
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Evacuation orders issued to 33,189 households and 65,656 people throughout Saiki City, Oita Prefecture
2024-08-29 06:36:00
Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, had issued evacuation orders for some districts due to the effects of Typhoon Faxai, but at 5:15 a.m., it expanded the evacuation orders to the entire city, covering 33,189 households and 65,656 people, due to the risk of landslides. This corresponds to Level 4 on a five-level alert scale, and calls for everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas.
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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, air travel, and expressways [29th]
2024-08-29 06:15:00
As Typhoon No. 10 approaches, Shinkansen service is being affected, and some sections of expressways in the Kyushu region have been closed. Air transport and other services are also expected to be affected.
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Linear rain band occurs in Satsuma region of Kagoshima, increasing risk of disaster
2024-08-29 05:26:00
At 5:17 a.m. on the 29th, the Japan Meteorological Agency announced "Information on Significant Heavy Rain," stating that a linear precipitation band had formed in the Satsuma region of Kagoshima Prefecture, and extremely heavy rain was continuing to fall in the same area. A "linear precipitation band" is a phenomenon in which developed cumulonimbus clouds form a line one after another, bringing heavy rain. The Japan Meteorological Agency has called for people to be on high alert and ensure their safety, as the risk of life-threatening landslides and floods is rapidly increasing.
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[Typhoon No. 10] Possibility of “Strongest Class Ever” - Strengthen Buildings
2024-08-29 04:49:00
The extremely strong Typhoon No. 10 is moving north, dragging Kagoshima Prefecture into its storm zone, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a special warning of strong winds and high waves for Kagoshima Prefecture, excluding the Amami region, and a special warning of high tides for the Satsuma region of Kagoshima Prefecture. A linear rain band has appeared in Miyazaki Prefecture, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued "information on significant heavy rain." Winds are also strengthening in many areas, so strict vigilance is required against strong winds, high waves, high tides, and heavy rain. The risk of disasters may increase rapidly during dark hours when it is difficult to see your surroundings, so please stay safe in a sturdy building.
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Nearly 4,000 people found dead at home more than a month after their death in six months: National Police Agency
2024-08-29 04:48:00
As the number of single-person households increases, the National Police Agency has found that of the more than 100,000 bodies examined and investigated by police nationwide in the six months up to June this year, roughly 30% were people living alone who were found at home, and nearly 4,000 of those were found more than a month after their deaths. The agency hopes to use this information to gain a better understanding of the reality of "lonely deaths" and "isolated deaths."
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Gamagori landslide: 5 rescued, 3 confirmed dead; identification urgently needed
2024-08-29 03:58:00
On the 27th, a landslide in Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture, caught up a family of five in their home, and by the morning of the 29th, five people had been rescued, but according to the city, three of them, a man and a woman, were confirmed dead. The city and others are working to confirm the identities of the victims, who they believe to be a couple in their 70s and their eldest son in his 30s who lived in the house.
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Kagoshima Prefecture Minamisatsuma Mannose River reaches flood danger level
2024-08-29 03:39:00
The Mannose River in Kagoshima Prefecture reached a flood danger level at the Mannose Bridge Water Level Observation Station in Minamisatsuma City. Kagoshima Prefecture and the Kagoshima Regional Meteorological Observatory issued a flood danger information at 3 a.m. and called for people to be on high alert.
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Kagoshima Prefecture Minamisatsuma Kaseda River reaches flood danger level
2024-08-29 03:38:00
The Kaseda River, part of the Mannose River system in Kagoshima Prefecture, has reached a flood danger level at the Nisshinbashi Water Level Observatory in Minamisatsuma City. Kagoshima Prefecture and the Kagoshima Regional Meteorological Observatory issued a flood danger warning at 3 a.m. earlier today, calling for people to be on high alert.
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Linear rain band occurs along the northern mountains in the northern plains of Miyazaki Prefecture, increasing the risk of disasters
2024-08-29 03:29:00
At 3:17 a.m. on the 29th, the Japan Meteorological Agency issued "Information on Significant Heavy Rain," stating that a linear precipitation band had formed in the northern plains and northern mountain areas of Miyazaki Prefecture, with extremely heavy rain continuing to fall in the same location. A "linear precipitation band" is a phenomenon in which developed cumulonimbus clouds form a line one after another, bringing heavy rain. The Japan Meteorological Agency has called for people to be on high alert and ensure their safety, as the risk of life-threatening landslides and floods is rapidly increasing.
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Miyazaki: New gust of wind reported, 8 people taken to hospital
2024-08-29 03:05:00
According to the Miyazaki City Fire Department, reports have been coming in since late on the 28th that new gusts of wind have occurred around JR Minami-Miyazaki Station and Miyazaki Airport in Miyazaki City, causing damage.
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Kagoshima Kanoya Aira River reaches flood danger level
2024-08-29 02:36:00
Due to the heavy rains caused by Typhoon No. 10, the Aira River, which is part of the Kimotsuki River system that flows through Kanoya City, Kagoshima Prefecture, reached a flood danger level at 1:50 a.m. at the Aira Bridge Water Level Observation Station in Gohei Town, Kanoya City. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and the Meteorological Observatory have issued flood danger information and are calling for caution.
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"Record-breaking short-term heavy rainfall" near Miyazaki Misato Town, risk of disaster looming
2024-08-29 02:26:00
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, radar analysis indicates that approximately 120 mm of heavy rain fell in the hour leading up to 2 a.m. near Misato Town in Miyazaki Prefecture. As the risk of disaster is imminent, the agency has issued a "record-breaking short-term heavy rainfall information" and urged people to ensure their safety.
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Miyazaki Prefecture Nichinan Sakatani River reaches flood danger level
2024-08-29 01:17:00
Due to heavy rains caused by Typhoon No. 10, the Sakatani River, which flows through Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture, exceeded the flood danger level at the Tokojibashi water level observation station, so the prefecture and the meteorological observatory issued a flood danger warning at 12:50 a.m. on the 29th, calling for caution.
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Miyazaki Prefecture, Nichinan Hiroto River reaches flood danger level
2024-08-29 01:08:00
Due to heavy rains caused by Typhoon No. 10, the Hiroto River, which flows through Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture, exceeded the flood danger level at the Togobashi water level observation station, so the prefecture and the meteorological observatory issued a flood danger warning at 12:20 a.m. on the 29th, calling for caution.
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Kagoshima: Man in his 60s working on ship goes missing, may have fallen into the sea
2024-08-29 00:58:00
According to the police, at around 8:30 pm on the 28th, a man in his 60s working on a boat in Nanatsujima, Kagoshima City, fell into the sea, and a colleague called the fire department. The fire department and the Japan Coast Guard are continuing their search, but as of midnight on the 29th, the man has not been found and the search has been called off for the time being. Kagoshima City is in the storm zone of Typhoon No. 10, and the Meteorological Agency is calling for maximum vigilance against strong winds, high waves, and high tides.
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