Extreme weather in Japan: Dozens injured and thousands of residents evacuated from their homes
Heavy and unusual rainstorms have struck the city of Nagoya in central Japan over the past few days. The stormy weather has caused heavy damage and significant disruptions to the lives of residents in the area.
According to official reports, 41 people have been injured as a result of the intense rains and the floods that followed. Local rescue forces are operating in the field to assist the victims and provide them with initial medical treatment.
In addition to the injured, approximately 1,600 residents were forced to leave their homes immediately. Japanese authorities evacuated the citizens to special centers to ensure their safety from the danger of flooding.
Emergency officials in Japan have called on all residents in the affected areas to stay indoors if possible, continue to follow weather updates, and remain highly vigilant against further flooding that may occur in the coming days.