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Typhoon No. 11 occurs in the sea east of the Philippines. Pay attention to future information.

2024-09-01 22:42:00
On the night of the 1st, Typhoon No. 11 formed in the sea east of the Philippines. The typhoon is expected to intensify and move north before moving into the South China Sea, so please pay close attention to future typhoon information.

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Asahikawa female junior high school student's death: Reinvestigation committee submits report stating "bullying was cause of suicide"

2024-09-01 22:24:00
On the 1st, in regards to the case of a junior high school girl who was found dead in a park in Asahikawa City, Hokkaido, three years ago, the city's reinvestigation committee submitted a report to the city on the results of its investigation, which concluded that the case was a suicide caused by bullying.

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[Live footage] Wind, rain, waves and river conditions in various areas

2024-09-01 22:09:00
Typhoon No. 10 was upgraded to a tropical depression at noon on the 1st. The atmosphere will remain very unstable in the Tokai, Kinki and Kanto regions, and there is a risk of very heavy rainfall in some areas. In the Tokai and Kanto regions, the ground has become loose in some areas due to the rain so far, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for continued vigilance against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas and overflowing rivers. Here is the current situation in various areas.

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Smoke coming from aircraft auxiliary engine at Naha Airport, no injuries

2024-09-01 21:56:00
Just before 7 p.m. on the 1st, smoke-like smoke was seen coming out of the auxiliary engine of an aircraft heading to Haneda Airport at Naha Airport. According to All Nippon Airways, it was confirmed that oil was leaking from the engine, and no one was injured.

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Smoke coming from aircraft auxiliary engine at Naha Airport, no injuries

2024-09-01 20:51:00
Just before 7 p.m. on the 1st, smoke-like smoke was seen coming out of the auxiliary engine of an aircraft heading to Haneda Airport at Naha Airport. According to All Nippon Airways, it was confirmed that oil was leaking from the engine, and no one was injured.

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[Typhoon No. 10 Lifestyle Economy] Impact on home delivery, mobile phones, and convenience stores

2024-09-01 20:22:00
Typhoon No. 10 continues to affect life in many areas, including delays to parcel deliveries and difficulty connecting to mobile phones.

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Smoke from auxiliary engine of aircraft before departure at Naha Airport, no injuries

2024-09-01 19:56:00
According to the Naha Airport Office, smoke was seen coming from the auxiliary engine of ANA Flight 474 before departure for Haneda Airport at around 6:50 pm on the 1st. The control tower spotted the smoke and requested the dispatch of fire engines, but no one was injured and no passengers were evacuated. ANA plans to investigate the details of the incident when inspecting the aircraft.

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[Typhoon No. 10 Lifestyle Economy] Impact on home delivery, mobile phones, and convenience stores

2024-09-01 19:53:00
Typhoon No. 10 continues to affect life in many areas, including delays to parcel deliveries and difficulty connecting to mobile phones.

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Noto Peninsula earthquake: Multiple pile foundation damage confirmed at buildings on soft ground, experts investigate

2024-09-01 19:48:00
It's been eight months since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. This earthquake caused damage to many buildings, not just wooden homes, but expert investigations have revealed that there have been multiple cases of damage to pile foundations in buildings built on soft ground that easily amplifies shaking. This is a common issue for the Tokyo Metropolitan earthquake, which is said to have a 70% chance of occurring within the next 30 years.

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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, JR, air transport, and expressways [1st day]

2024-09-01 19:46:00
Typhoon No. 10 continued to affect public transportation on the 1st, with service suspensions and delays. On the 2nd, train and air travel is expected to return to normal from the first trains.

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[Weather forecaster commentary] Typhoon No. 10 becomes a tropical depression; future rain forecast

2024-09-01 19:20:00
Typhoon No. 10 has been upgraded to a tropical depression, but with the influence of a new front, there is a risk of very heavy rainfall in some areas from western to northern Japan through the 2nd. The rain has loosened the ground in some areas, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be on high alert for landslides, flooding in low-lying areas, rising rivers, and overflowing rivers. Meteorologist Kojiro Mukaigasa gives an explanation of the outlook for the future. *The video is 2 minutes and 28 seconds long and was broadcast on 1st News 7. *It cannot be viewed through data broadcasting.

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Shizuoka: Landslides occur one after another in Atami, residents evacuate to schools etc.

2024-09-01 19:06:00
Heavy rains from Typhoon No. 10 caused a series of landslides in Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture.

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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, JR, air transport, and expressways [1st day]

2024-09-01 19:04:00
Typhoon No. 10 continued to affect public transportation on the 1st, with service suspensions and delays. On the 2nd, train and air travel is expected to return to normal from the first trains.

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Ishikawa Prefecture resumes "Hokuriku Support Discount" until end of November in hopes of increased tourism demand

2024-09-01 19:03:00
The "Hokuriku Support Discount" program, in which Ishikawa Prefecture subsidizes half the cost of accommodation to encourage people to use accommodation affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake, resumed on the 1st.

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Demolition not progressing: Reconstruction of homes for victims [8 months since the Noto Peninsula earthquake]

2024-09-01 18:24:00
It has been eight months since the Noto Peninsula earthquake, which left 341 people dead and three still missing, and in Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, securing stable housing has become a challenge.

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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, JR, air transport, and expressways [1st day]

2024-09-01 18:17:00
Typhoon No. 10 continues to affect transportation.

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Collection of roof tiles and other disaster waste from Miyazaki City hit by gusts of wind

2024-09-01 18:15:00
In Miyazaki City, where damage to homes was sustained by strong winds believed to be a tornado caused by Typhoon No. 10, disaster waste such as blown roof tiles is being collected.

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Atmospheric conditions are extremely unstable, and landslides are a concern from western to northern Japan

2024-09-01 18:12:00
Typhoon No. 10 has been upgraded to a tropical depression, but with the influence of a new front, there is a risk of very heavy rainfall in parts of western and northern Japan through the 2nd. The rain has loosened the ground in some areas, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for people to be on high alert for landslides, flooding in low-lying areas, rising rivers, and overflowing rivers.

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Tokaido Shinkansen service resumes on all lines, with limited service until around 8 p.m.

2024-09-01 18:09:00
The Tokaido Shinkansen, which had suspended operations between Mishima and Nagoya stations due to heavy rain, resumed operations on the entire line between Tokyo and Shin-Osaka at around 6pm on September 1st. Special Nozomi and Kodama trains will operate approximately two trains per hour in each direction until around 8pm. However, JR Central has warned that congestion is expected due to the limited number of trains in operation, and that entry restrictions may be implemented at stations, and that passengers may not be able to board the train they want.

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Gifu: Ikeda town is flooded over a wide area, people are busy cleaning up after

2024-09-01 18:07:00
In Ikeda Town, Gifu Prefecture, where rivers overflowed their banks on August 31st due to Typhoon No. 10 and a wide area was flooded, restaurant workers were busy cleaning up after the aftermath.

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101 years since the Great Kanto Earthquake: Memorial ceremony for Korean victims held in Sumida Ward, Tokyo

2024-09-01 17:37:00
On September 1, 101 years after the Great Kanto Earthquake, a ceremony was held in Sumida Ward, Tokyo, to commemorate the Korean victims who were killed in the chaos that followed the disaster. This year, too, no message of condolence was sent by Governor Koike of Tokyo, and the organizers criticized the ceremony, saying, "It is extremely regrettable that it seems as if they do not want to acknowledge the historical facts."

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Heavy rain damage in Beppu, Oita, affects facilities around Mount Tsurumi, including the ropeway

2024-09-01 17:35:00
Heavy rains caused by Typhoon No. 10 have caused the ropeway at Mount Tsurumi in Beppu City, Oita Prefecture, to close and surrounding prefectural roads to remain closed, with other effects continuing.

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Planned service suspension: "Revising the schedule will also help push for safety" - Expert

2024-09-01 17:19:00
Typhoon No. 10, which had turned into a tropical depression, remained strong until just before it made landfall, and heavy rain was predicted even in distant places, causing major impacts on transportation during the summer holidays and weekends, including the planned suspension of Tokaido Shinkansen trains. Experts point out that while this decision will have a large social impact, it will also have the effect of encouraging individuals and businesses to err on the "safe side" when deciding to reconsider their plans.

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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, JR, air transport, and expressways [1st day]

2024-09-01 16:54:00
Typhoon No. 10 continues to affect transportation.

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Tokaido Shinkansen to resume full service around 6pm today

2024-09-01 16:44:00
JR Central has announced that the Tokaido Shinkansen will resume operation on the entire line between Tokyo and Shin-Osaka from around 6:00 pm on September 1st, and will operate special Nozomi and Kodama trains. Approximately two trains per hour will run in both directions.

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Memorial service for victims of the Great Kanto Earthquake held 101 years ago in Sumida Ward, Tokyo

2024-09-01 16:28:00
On September 1st, 101 years after the Great Kanto Earthquake, which claimed the lives of more than 100,000 people, a memorial service for the victims was held in Sumida Ward, Tokyo.

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Odakyu Line resumes operation on all lines

2024-09-01 16:18:00
According to Odakyu Electric Railway, services had been suspended on both lines between Isehara Station and Hadano Station in Kanagawa Prefecture since August 30th due to the heavy rains caused by Typhoon Faxai, which washed away the embankment on the tracks. However, services resumed on the full line at around 4pm after restoration work was completed and safety was confirmed.

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Typhoon No. 10 becomes a tropical depression; Tokai and Kanto regions should be on high alert for landslides

2024-09-01 16:01:00
Typhoon No. 10 was upgraded to a tropical depression at noon on the 1st, but the atmosphere will remain very unstable in the Tokai, Kinki and Kanto regions, and there is a risk of very heavy rainfall in some areas. In the Tokai and Kanto regions, the ground has become loose due to the rain so far, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for continued vigilance against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas and overflowing rivers.

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Disaster Prevention Day: Disaster prevention drills for massive earthquake held in Minamisanriku, Miyagi

2024-09-01 15:34:00
On September 1st, Disaster Prevention Day, a disaster prevention drill was held in Minamisanriku Town, Miyagi Prefecture, which was severely damaged in the Great East Japan Earthquake, based on the scenario of a massive earthquake occurring in the midst of heavy rain.

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[Weather forecaster commentary] Typhoon No. 10 becomes a tropical depression; future rain forecast

2024-09-01 15:26:00
Typhoon No. 10 was transformed into a tropical depression at noon on the 1st, but the atmosphere will remain very unstable in the Tokai, Kinki and Kanto regions, and there is a risk of very heavy rainfall in some areas. In the Tokai and Kanto regions, the ground has become loose due to the rain so far, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for continued vigilance against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas and river flooding. Meteorologist Masato Funaki explains the outlook for the future. *The video is 1 minute 57 seconds long and was broadcast on the 3 pm news on the 1st. *It cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.

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Today is Disaster Prevention Day, disaster prevention specialists learn about the role of disaster volunteers in Matsuyama

2024-09-01 15:15:00
September 1st is Disaster Prevention Day. A course was held in Matsuyama City for disaster prevention specialists to learn about the role of disaster volunteers.

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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, JR, air transport, and expressways [1st day]

2024-09-01 14:56:00
Typhoon No. 10 continues to affect transportation.

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Typhoon No. 10 becomes a tropical depression; Tokai and Kanto regions should be on high alert for landslides

2024-09-01 14:50:00
Typhoon No. 10 was upgraded to a tropical depression at noon on the 1st, but the atmosphere will remain very unstable in the Tokai, Kinki and Kanto regions, and there is a risk of very heavy rainfall in some areas. In the Tokai and Kanto regions, the ground has become loose due to the rain so far, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for continued vigilance against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas and overflowing rivers.

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Landslides occur in 10 locations in Shizuoka and Hamamatsu, no injuries, heavy rains

2024-09-01 14:40:00
According to Hamamatsu City, landslides occurred in 10 places in the city by 9:00 a.m. on September 1st due to the heavy rains of Typhoon No. 10. No one was injured in any of the landslides.

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Shizuoka City, hit by record-breaking rains, begins accepting applications for disaster damage certificates

2024-09-01 14:37:00
In Shizuoka City, which suffered damage from record-breaking rains caused by Typhoon No. 10, applications for "disaster damage certificates," which are necessary for public assistance, have begun to be accepted.

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[Weather forecaster commentary] Typhoon No. 10 becomes a tropical depression; future rain forecast

2024-09-01 13:45:00
Typhoon No. 10 has just turned into a tropical depression. The atmosphere will remain very unstable in the Tokai, Kinki and Kanto regions, and there is a risk of very heavy rainfall in some areas. In the Tokai and Kanto regions, the ground has become loose due to the rain so far, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for continued vigilance against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas and river flooding. Meteorologist Masato Funaki gives an explanation of the outlook for the future. *The video is 1 minute 28 seconds long and was broadcast on the 1:00 pm news on the 1st. *It cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.

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[Live footage] Wind, rain, waves and river conditions in various areas

2024-09-01 13:28:00
Typhoon No. 10 was upgraded to a tropical depression at noon on the 1st. The atmosphere will remain very unstable in the Tokai, Kinki and Kanto regions, and there is a risk of very heavy rainfall in some areas. In the Tokai and Kanto regions, the ground has become loose in some areas due to the rain so far, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for continued vigilance against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas and overflowing rivers. Here is the current situation in various areas.

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Typhoon No. 10 becomes a tropical depression; Tokai and Kanto regions should be on high alert for landslides

2024-09-01 13:09:00
Typhoon No. 10 has just turned into a tropical depression. The atmosphere will remain very unstable in the Tokai, Kinki and Kanto regions, and there is a risk of very heavy rainfall in some areas. In the Tokai and Kanto regions, the ground has become loose due to the rain so far, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for continued vigilance against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas and overflowing rivers.

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Collection of roof tiles and other disaster waste from Miyazaki City hit by gusts of wind

2024-09-01 12:40:00
In Miyazaki City, where damage to homes was sustained by strong winds believed to be a tornado caused by Typhoon No. 10, disaster waste such as blown roof tiles is being collected.

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Ishikawa Prefectural Music Hall lends out plaza and other facilities free of charge to support affected businesses

2024-09-01 12:37:00
In an effort to support restaurants and other businesses affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake, Ishikawa Prefectural Music Hall, located in front of JR Kanazawa Station, began lending out the plaza and hall in front of its entrance free of charge from the 1st for food trucks and the sale of local specialties.

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Gifu Ogaki Residents scramble to cope with heavy rain from the morning

2024-09-01 12:14:00
In Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture, where a "emergency safety assurance" was issued in some areas due to heavy rain on August 31st, residents were busy responding from the morning of September 1st, including sending their flooded cars for repairs.

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[Drone footage] Landslide on mountain within strawberry farm grounds in Shizuoka City

2024-09-01 12:10:00
Heavy rains from Typhoon No. 10 caused a landslide on a mountain within the grounds of a strawberry farm in Shizuoka City, causing damage to agricultural greenhouses on the slope.

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Hokkaido JR Sekisho Line suspended most of the day due to mud on tracks in some sections

2024-09-01 12:05:00
Heavy rains hit Hokkaido on August 31st, causing mud to flow onto the tracks of some sections of the JR Sekisho Line. JR Hokkaido has been inspecting the site since the morning of September 1st to prepare for restoration, but most sections of the Sekisho Line will remain suspended for the entire day on September 1st.

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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, JR, air transport, and expressways [1st day]

2024-09-01 11:53:00
Typhoon No. 10 continues to affect transportation.

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[Typhoon No. 10] Localized heavy rainfall expected in Tokai, Kinki, and Kanto

2024-09-01 11:51:00
Due to the influence of Typhoon No. 10 near the Kii Peninsula, atmospheric conditions are extremely unstable in the Tokai, Kinki and Kanto regions, and there is a risk of very heavy rainfall in some areas. In the Tokai and Kanto regions, the ground has become loose due to the rain so far, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for continued vigilance against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas and overflowing rivers.

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[Typhoon No. 10 Lifestyle Economy] Impact on home delivery, mobile phones, and convenience stores

2024-09-01 11:49:00
Typhoon No. 10 continues to affect life in many areas, including delays to parcel deliveries and difficulty connecting to mobile phones.

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JR Keiyo Line timetable revised again, increasing rapid train service in morning and evening hours

2024-09-01 11:40:00
Following a series of complaints from local governments along the JR Keiyo Line over changes to its timetable, the line revised its timetable again from September 1st, increasing the number of rapid trains in the morning and evening hours.

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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, JR, air transport, and expressways [1st day]

2024-09-01 10:46:00
Typhoon No. 10 continues to affect transportation.

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Tokaido Shinkansen Tokyo-Mishima operation resumed

2024-09-01 10:35:00
Due to heavy rain, the Tokaido Shinkansen had suspended operations between Tokyo Station and Mishima Station in Shizuoka Prefecture from the first train, but operations resumed just before 10:30 a.m. on September 2nd. Services were canceled between Mishima Station and Nagoya Station for the entire day on the 2nd, and the number of trains operating between Nagoya Station and Shin-Osaka Station was significantly reduced.

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Part of the mountain behind a temple in Shizuoka City collapses, damaging a cemetery due to heavy rains caused by Typhoon No. 10

2024-09-01 10:31:00
Due to heavy rains caused by Typhoon No. 10, part of the mountain behind a temple in Shizuoka City has collapsed, causing damage to a cemetery.

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A man and woman in their 60s were hit by a car on a pedestrian crossing, one died, and the driver was arrested in Yamanashi.

2024-09-01 10:08:00
On the night of August 31, at an intersection in Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Yamanashi Prefecture, two men and women were hit by a car while crossing the street, one of whom died. The police arrested the driver, a company employee, on the spot on suspicion of negligent driving resulting in injury, and are currently investigating the details of the incident.

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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, JR, air transport, and expressways [1st day]

2024-09-01 10:06:00
Typhoon No. 10 continues to affect transportation.

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Tokaido Shinkansen to operate as usual from the first train tomorrow

2024-09-01 10:05:00
According to JR Central, the Tokaido Shinkansen, which has suspended operations on some sections due to the effects of Typhoon Faxai, is scheduled to operate normally from the first train on September 2. However, depending on the effects of the heavy rains that have fallen so far and future weather conditions, some trains may be suspended or the operation may be suspended for an extended period of time.

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JR Sobu Line service suspended between Asahi and Matsugishi in Chiba due to fallen trees

2024-09-01 09:52:00
Services on the Sobu Main Line have been suspended between Asahi Station and Matsugishi Station in Chiba Prefecture since before 6 a.m. due to fallen trees.

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[Typhoon No. 10] Extremely heavy rain expected; be on high alert for landslides

2024-09-01 09:01:00
Due to the influence of Typhoon No. 10 near the Kii Peninsula, atmospheric conditions are extremely unstable in the Tokai, Kinki and Kanto regions, and there is a risk of very heavy rainfall in some areas. In the Tokai and Kanto regions, the ground has become loose due to the rain so far, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for continued vigilance against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas and overflowing rivers.

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Mie Prefecture Odai Town switches emergency safety measures to evacuation orders

2024-09-01 08:50:00
The town of Odai in Mie Prefecture changed its emergency safety order for 59 households and 121 people in the Otani district of Sawara Ward to an evacuation order at 8:20 a.m. due to the risk of the Otani River rising and flooding. The town continues to issue evacuation orders to 4,047 households and 8,285 people throughout the town, including this district.

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[Typhoon No. 10] Extremely heavy rain expected in Tokai, Kinki and Kanto areas; be on high alert

2024-09-01 08:05:00
Due to the influence of Typhoon No. 10 near the Kii Peninsula, atmospheric conditions are extremely unstable in the Tokai, Kinki and Kanto regions, and there is a risk of very heavy rainfall in some areas. In the Tokai and Kanto regions, the ground has become loose due to the rain so far, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for continued vigilance against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas and overflowing rivers.

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[Typhoon No. 10] Extremely heavy rain expected in Tokai, Kinki and Kanto areas; be on high alert

2024-09-01 06:36:00
Due to the influence of Typhoon No. 10 near the Kii Peninsula, atmospheric conditions are extremely unstable in the Tokai, Kinki and Kanto regions, and there is a risk of very heavy rainfall in some areas. In the Tokai and Kanto regions, the ground has become loose due to the rain so far, so the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for continued vigilance against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas and overflowing rivers.

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[Typhoon No. 10 Traffic impacts] Shinkansen, JR, air transport, and expressways [1st day]

2024-09-01 06:34:00
Typhoon No. 10 continues to affect transportation.

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[Weather forecaster commentary] Extremely heavy rain expected in Tokai, Kinki and Kanto

2024-09-01 05:28:00
Due to the influence of Typhoon No. 10 near the Kii Peninsula, atmospheric conditions in Tokai, Kinki, and Kanto are extremely unstable, and there is a risk of extremely heavy rainfall in some areas. Heavy rain has already fallen in Kanto and Tokai, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for continued vigilance against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and river flooding. Meteorologist Toshiyuki Minami gives an explanation of the outlook for the future. *The video is 2 minutes and 7 seconds long and was broadcast on the 4:00 news on the 1st. *It cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.

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"Don't worry about where the typhoon is" - Check the latest information for your area

2024-09-01 04:47:00
Typhoon No. 10, which continues to move slowly near the Kii Peninsula, has weakened compared to before it made landfall, and the center is no longer clearly visible on satellite images, but heavy rain is falling in various areas. Professor Motoyuki Ushiyama of Shizuoka University, who is an expert on evacuation behavior during disasters, urges people to continue checking the latest information, such as whether any warnings have been issued for their areas, rather than focusing on the typhoon's location and strength.

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Woman jumps from building, pedestrian caught in car, two confirmed dead in Yokohama

2024-09-01 04:32:00
On the evening of August 31, a 17-year-old high school girl jumped from a commercial facility directly connected to JR Yokohama Station, and a 32-year-old woman who was walking below was caught in the accident. The two were confirmed dead, and the police are currently investigating the details of the incident.

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Typhoon No. 10 impacts the activities of lawmakers in LDP presidential election and CDP leadership election

2024-09-01 04:00:00
Due to the impact of Typhoon No. 10, candidates for the LDP presidential election on August 31 have canceled local activities. As heavy rains are expected to continue to be a hazard in many areas on the 1st, they will be calling for support by phone and continuing to prepare for the election campaign.

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Environment Ministry to deploy bear control specialists to five locations nationwide next fiscal year

2024-09-01 03:41:00
As bear-related damage continues to occur, the Ministry of the Environment plans to assign new bear control specialists to five environmental offices across the country, including in Hokkaido and Tohoku, next fiscal year. The specialists will provide advice to local governments and other organisations on how to respond when bears appear.

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Demolition not progressing: Reconstruction of homes for victims [8 months since the Noto Peninsula earthquake]

2024-09-01 03:13:00
It has been eight months since the Noto Peninsula earthquake, which left 341 people dead and three still missing, and in Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, securing stable housing has become a challenge.

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Waiting lists for childcare at record low, Child and Family Agency works to improve quality of childcare

2024-09-01 03:03:00
As of April this year, the number of children on waiting lists for daycare centers nationwide was about 2,500, the lowest number ever, and while this is on the way to being eliminated, the government has set the task of improving the "quality of childcare." The Child and Family Agency has stated that it will work on training childcare workers and developing new models.

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National Police Agency to strengthen preparations for large-scale disasters based on lessons learned from Noto Peninsula earthquake

2024-09-01 02:54:00
Learning from the lessons learned from the Noto Peninsula earthquake in January this year, when roads in the area were cut off and police units sent to carry out rescue operations took a long time to arrive, the National Police Agency has decided to strengthen its preparations for large-scale disasters, including by deploying large four-wheel drive vehicles capable of driving on rough roads to all prefectures.

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Reporting health hazards caused by functional foods becomes mandatory from today in light of red yeast rice scandal

2024-09-01 02:46:00
In response to the issue of people who took Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's supplements containing red koji ingredients developing kidney diseases and other problems, from September 1st, businesses that manufacture and sell functional foods will be required to report information about health damage.

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