Key Facts
• On August 11, early morning, a special heavy rain warning was issued for Tamana City and Nagasu Town in Kumamoto Prefecture.
• Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) held an emergency press conference at 1:30 AM.
• JMA warned of unprecedented rainfall, with a high likelihood of disasters already occurring in flood-prone areas.
• Residents were urged to follow evacuation orders and ensure safety, especially during nighttime.
• Multiple rivers in Kumamoto exceeded Level 4 flood danger thresholds, including the Kikuchi River system.
• MLIT advised residents to consider sheltering in higher areas of their homes if evacuation was unsafe.
• Heavy rain is expected to continue until around 9:00 AM on August 11.
• Officials emphasized taking immediate action to protect lives in areas with high flood risks.
Summary
A special heavy rain warning was issued early on August 11 for Tamana City and Nagasu Town in Kumamoto Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) held an emergency press conference, highlighting the unprecedented rainfall and the high likelihood of disasters in flood-prone areas. Residents were urged to follow evacuation orders and prioritize safety, especially during nighttime. Several rivers, including the Kikuchi River system, exceeded Level 4 flood danger thresholds. MLIT recommended sheltering in higher areas of homes if evacuation was unsafe. Heavy rain is expected to persist until 9:00 AM, with officials calling for immediate action to protect lives in high-risk areas.
