Key Facts
• Heavy rain caused significant damage across Noto, Ishikawa Prefecture.
• Governor Hiroshi Hase inspected affected areas, including National Route 249 in Nanao City.
• On August 12, a highway collapse involved one large vehicle and two passenger cars, injuring three people.
• The collapse may have been caused by water infiltration due to prior earthquakes.
• Governor Hase instructed officials to investigate the cause of the collapse promptly.
• National Route 249 sees 8,000 vehicles daily; a detour is currently in place.
• Flooding in Noto Town submerged ports and processing facilities, with water drainage ongoing.
• Temporary housing in Suzu City experienced underfloor flooding due to overflowing irrigation channels.
• Local leaders emphasized the need for resilient infrastructure to prevent future disasters.
• Geological surveys and restoration plans are underway to address the damage.
Summary
Governor Hiroshi Hase of Ishikawa Prefecture visited Noto to assess damage caused by heavy rain, including a highway collapse on National Route 249 in Nanao City that injured three people. The collapse, potentially linked to water infiltration from prior earthquakes, has prompted an investigation. The affected highway, critical for local recovery efforts, now relies on a detour. Flooding in Noto Town and Suzu City also caused significant disruptions, including submerged facilities and underfloor flooding in temporary housing. Local officials and residents stressed the urgency of building resilient infrastructure to prevent future disasters. Geological surveys and restoration plans are in progress to support recovery efforts.
