Death toll from torrential rains in Japan rises to ten as new evacuation order issued

Torrential rains and flooding in Japan’s Chiba prefecture have resulted in at least ten confirmed fatalities. The severe weather, which has impacted the eastern region of the country throughout the week, prompted authorities to issue new evacuation orders due to the ongoing risk of landslides.

Thousands of residents remain displaced in evacuation centers as meteorological agencies continue to monitor the situation. Emergency efforts remain focused on the affected areas near Tokyo as the threat of further instability persists.