Four dead in Japan after record-breaking rainfall causes severe flooding

Record-breaking rainfall in Japan has resulted in four confirmed deaths and widespread disruption. The severe weather event has left thousands of people stranded and caused significant infrastructure damage, including power outages affecting over 22,000 households in the Chiba region.

The flooding occurred during the busy Bon Buddhist holiday week, a period typically marked by high levels of travel and public activity. Authorities are currently managing the aftermath of the storm as recovery efforts continue for those impacted by the power failures and displacement.