Key Facts
• Aomori Prefecture may experience “warning-level heavy rain” on August 5.
• Rainfall forecast: Tsugaru – 120mm, Shimokita and Sannohe Kamikita – 100mm.
• Japan Meteorological Agency cites unstable atmospheric conditions due to warm, moist air.
• Thunderstorms and intense rain expected from early morning to evening on August 5.
• Risk of landslides and river flooding; residents urged to stay alert.
• JR Gonō Line suspends operations between Ajigasawa and Noshiro stations until 1 PM.
• Additional train cancellations: one round trip between Ajigasawa and Hirosaki stations.
Summary
Aomori Prefecture is preparing for potentially severe weather on August 5, with forecasts predicting “warning-level heavy rain.” The Japan Meteorological Agency attributes this to unstable atmospheric conditions caused by warm, moist air from a low-pressure system over the Sea of Japan. Rainfall is expected to reach 120mm in Tsugaru and 100mm in Shimokita and Sannohe Kamikita areas within 24 hours. Thunderstorms and intense rain are likely from early morning to evening, increasing the risk of landslides and river flooding. JR Gonō Line has announced service suspensions between Ajigasawa and Noshiro stations until 1 PM, along with additional cancellations between Ajigasawa and Hirosaki. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and monitor updates.
