A landslide triggered by torrential rains in Japan's Ehime prefecture buried homes early Friday, leaving three people missing and triggering emergency evacuations. Rescue teams scrambled to search for survivors as mud engulfed a residential area in Matsuyama City. 🏘️💔
According to Kyodo News, the collapse of a 50-meter-wide slope sent debris crashing into houses and an apartment building around 4 a.m. Local authorities issued a Level 5 evacuation alert—the highest—urging residents in Shimizu district to 'immediately protect their lives' by moving to safer ground.
The region saw 213 mm of rain since Wednesday—equivalent to a month’s average for July—as a stalled rainy-season front continues to drench western Japan. 🌧️⛈️ The Japan Meteorological Agency warned of ongoing landslide and flood risks through Saturday, with unstable atmospheric conditions expected.
This disaster highlights the growing climate challenges faced by communities globally. Stay tuned for updates as rescue efforts continue. 📢👷♂️
