Heavy Rain Forecast For Western, Eastern Japan

Heavy rain forecast for western, eastern Japan

Weather officials in Japan are warning of possible mudslides as heavy rain is expected across much of the country on Friday.

A rain front and a low-pressure system are bringing localized downpours to the Kyushu and Chugoku regions in western Japan.

Heavy Rain Expected In Western And Eastern Japan

Heavy rain expected in western and eastern Japan

Weather officials are forecasting localized torrential rainfall in western and eastern Japan through early Friday, and are warning of mudslides and flooding.

The Meteorological Agency says a front stretching along the Honshu region and warm humid air are making atmospheric conditions unstable over a wide area of western and eastern Japan.