Iwate Prefecture “Linear rain belt” is occurring, the risk of disaster occurrence is sharply increasing (Weather forecaster Nichinoku, August 12, 2023)-Japan Weather Association tenki.jp
Iwate Prefecture “Linear rain belt” is occurring, the risk of disaster occurrence is rapidly increasing
August 12, 2023 07:59
On the 12th, in the inland area of Iwate Prefecture, very heavy rains from a linear rain belt continue to fall in the same places. The risk of life-threatening landslides and floods is rapidly increasing.
Iwate Prefecture “Linear rain belt” is occurring
At 7:50 on the 12th, Iwate Prefecture announced “Information on significant heavy rain”. In the inland area of Iwate Prefecture, very heavy rain continues to fall in the same place due to a linear precipitation belt. The risk of disasters caused by life-threatening landslides and floods is increasing rapidly.
In Iwate Prefecture, rain clouds are likely to develop tonight, and the amount of rain will increase. Please be vigilant against landslides and river flooding.
Actions to be taken when a linear rain band occurs
If a linear rain belt occurs, the risk of disasters due to landslides and floods is already increasing rapidly.
Check the information about evacuation from the local government and try to ensure your safety as soon as possible. If it is already dangerous to evacuate, seek shelter in your home as high up as possible, away from cliffs and rivers. (However, in places where debris flows are expected, it is basic to evacuate outside the dangerous area or evacuate to the upper floors of robust buildings.)
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