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The Environmentalist View - Tropical Storm Maria Strikes Northern Japan

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Tropical Storm Maria Strikes Northern Japan

By Warrence Oghenevwegba

Published on: August 12, 2024, 2:53 P.P.M

Tropical Storm Maria struck Japan's northern Iwate region on Monday, bringing heavy rain that disrupted flights and rail services and led to evacuations in some areas. So far, there have been no reports of casualties.


The storm, with maximum wind speeds of 72 kph (45 mph), is expected to move toward the Sea of Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings about potential mudslides and floods following record-breaking rainfall over the past two days in some parts of the region.

Water level rising in Japan's storm

In response to the storm, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida assured that the government is fully committed to addressing the situation. "We will continue to provide information to residents and support those evacuating," he stated.

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