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A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck eastern Japan, including Chiba Prefecture, per breaking news from Kyodo News. There was no immediate word on local shaking intensity or damage. Authorities are expected to issue updates.
Severe flooding from heavy rains in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, has killed at least eight people and crippled transportation networks. Rescue operations are underway, with authorities warning of continued risks from landslides and flash floods.
Authorities in Chiba Prefecture continue to remove cars abandoned after last week's floods, as post-Obon holiday traffic increases. At least eight people died in the heavy rains, and recovery efforts are underway to clear roads and support residents.
