In a tragic development, a woman was confirmed dead on September 25 after her body was found near a river in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. This discovery brings the death toll from the record-breaking rainfall that struck the region to nine. As of Wednesday morning, local authorities were still searching for two individuals who remain missing, and six others were unaccounted for, as reported by NHK.
The torrential rains that hit Ishikawa on September 21 and 22 have caused severe flooding and landslides, exacerbating an already challenging situation for a region still recovering from a significant earthquake earlier in the year. The continuous downpour has led to extensive damage, prompting local authorities to issue warnings and call for ongoing vigilance among residents.
As of Tuesday afternoon, numerous areas were severely affected, with 46 locations across Wajima City, Suzu City, and Noto Town remaining isolated. In addition, approximately 5,216 households are currently experiencing water shortages due to power outages and damage to water pipelines.
The situation in Ishikawa Prefecture continues to evolve as authorities assess the damage and search for those missing. The devastating effects of the recent rainfall have prompted concerns about safety and infrastructure resilience in the region, highlighting the need for ongoing support and recovery efforts.