Key Facts
• At 03:13 AM, a flood warning was issued for Soeda Town, Fukuoka Prefecture.
• Residents in Fukuoka, Kitakyushu, and Chikuho regions should remain alert for landslides until late night on August 10.
• Flooding in low-lying areas is expected until the morning of August 10.
• Rivers in Fukuoka Prefecture may rise significantly until the morning of August 10.
• Maximum hourly rainfall is forecasted at 50 mm, with peak rainfall expected at dawn on August 10.
• Areas under flood warnings include Kitakyushu, Soeda Town, and other municipalities in Fukuoka Prefecture.
• The Japan Meteorological Agency advises monitoring updates and taking appropriate safety measures during heavy rain events.
Summary
A flood warning was issued for Soeda Town, Fukuoka Prefecture, at 03:13 AM on August 10. Authorities urge residents in Fukuoka, Kitakyushu, and Chikuho regions to stay vigilant against landslides and flooding in low-lying areas until the morning. Rivers in the region are expected to rise, with maximum hourly rainfall reaching 50 mm and peak rainfall anticipated at dawn. The Japan Meteorological Agency emphasizes the importance of staying informed and prepared during heavy rain events.
