Key Facts
• At 01:41 AM on September 3, a heavy rain warning was issued for Niigata City, Kashiwazaki City, and Izumozaki Town.
• The warning highlights risks of flooding in low-lying areas in Kaetsu and Chuetsu regions until the morning of September 3.
• Niigata City: Maximum hourly rainfall of 50 mm, peak expected by early morning on September 3.
• Kashiwazaki City: Maximum 3-hour rainfall of 70 mm, with flooding risks.
• Izumozaki Town: Maximum hourly rainfall of 40 mm, peak expected by early morning on September 3.
• Residents are advised to remain cautious and refer to hazard maps for preparation.
• Heavy rain described as “bucket-like downpour” with potential to cause road flooding and other hazards.
Summary
A heavy rain warning was issued at 01:41 AM on September 3 for Niigata City, Kashiwazaki City, and Izumozaki Town, with risks of flooding in low-lying areas of Kaetsu and Chuetsu regions until the morning. Niigata City may experience up to 50 mm of rainfall per hour, Kashiwazaki City up to 70 mm in three hours, and Izumozaki Town up to 40 mm per hour, with peak rainfall expected by early morning. Residents are urged to stay alert, use hazard maps for preparation, and avoid flooded roads. The rain is described as intense, comparable to a “bucket being overturned.”
