Lack Of Volunteers Slows Rebuilding In Kumamoto

Lack of volunteers slows rebuilding in Kumamoto

An NHK survey shows one-in-three respondents affected by last month's rain-triggered disasters in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, are experiencing negative effects of the coronavirus on their lives and rebuilding efforts.

NHK conducted the survey in late July, covering 104 people in Hitoyoshi City, Kuma Village, Yatsushiro City, and Ashikita Town. The four municipalities were hard hit by floods and mudslides caused by record downpours on July 4, almost one month ago.

Abe Visits Flood-hit Village In Kumamoto

Abe visits flood-hit village in Kumamoto

Japan's Prime Minister Abe Shinzo has visited a village in Kumamoto Prefecture that was severely damaged by the recent torrential downpours.

Abe arrived at Kagoshima Airport on an Air Self-Defense Force transport plane on Monday morning and went to Kuma Village.

At Least 24 Dead After Rains In Kumamoto Pref.

At least 24 dead after rains in Kumamoto Pref.

Rescue workers continue to search for missing people in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, after record rainfalls triggered floods and landslides over the weekend.

Officials say 24 people have been confirmed dead. A further 16 are without vital signs, and 12 others are missing.

Rain Intensifies In Disaster-hit Kumamoto

Rain intensifies in disaster-hit Kumamoto

Rain is intensifying in Japan's southwestern Kumamoto prefecture, which has already suffered deadly floods and landslides triggered by record downpours over the weekend. More torrential rain is forecast for the prefecture on Monday and Tuesday.

Japan's Meteorological Agency warns that developed rainclouds have been flowing into the Kyushu region, which includes the prefecture.

Search For Missing Continues In Kumamoto

Search for missing continues in Kumamoto

Rescue workers continue to search for missing people in southwestern Japan, after record rainfall triggered floods and landslides over the weekend.

Officials say in Kumamoto Prefecture, 24 people have been confirmed dead, 16 are without vital signs, and 12 others are missing.

24 Dead In Floods In Kumamoto Prefecture

24 dead in floods in Kumamoto Prefecture

The death toll from floods and landslides caused by heavy rain in Kumamoto Prefecture, southern Japan, has reached 24. Officials say another 16 people have no vital signs and 12 are missing.

The record rain on Saturday inundated many residential areas.

20 Dead In Floods In Kumamoto Prefecture

20 dead in floods in Kumamoto Prefecture

The death toll from floods and landslides caused by heavy rain in Kumamoto Prefecture, southern Japan, has reached 20. Officials say another 17 people have no vital signs and 12 are missing.

The record rain on Saturday inundated many residential areas.

18 Dead In Floods In Kumamoto

18 dead in floods in Kumamoto

The death toll from floods and landslides caused by heavy rain in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, has reached 18. Authorities say another 16 people have no vital signs and 14 are missing.

The record rain on Saturday inundated many residential areas.

16 Dead In Floods In Kumamoto

16 dead in floods in Kumamoto

The death toll from floods and landslides caused by heavy rain in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, has reached 16. Authorities say 17 other people have no vital signs and 13 are missing.

The record rain on Saturday inundated many residential areas, although the downpour has eased for now.

One Without Vital Signs In Kumamoto

One without vital signs in Kumamoto

Officials in Kumamoto Prefecture, southern Japan, say one person is without vital signs, another person is in critical condition and nine remain missing in areas hit by torrential rains.

The officials say the person without vital signs was found in the town of Tsunagi.

13 People Missing In Kumamoto

13 people missing in Kumamoto

Officials of Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, say around 13 people have been reported missing in the prefecture as of 10 a.m. Saturday.

The officials say landslides swept away several houses in Tagawa district in Ashikita Town, leaving about 10 people unaccounted for.

Kuma River In Kumamoto Overflowing

Kuma River in Kumamoto overflowing

Local authorities say the Kuma River in the southwestern Japanese prefecture of Kumamoto is overflowing at seven locations along its length.

The officials issued flood information at 7:50 a.m. on Saturday. They urge residents to take immediate action to ensure their safety.