Overview

• The Hagi Coast Guard is hunting for a 70-year-old from Ube City and a 60-year-old from Chikuzen Town after their mini boat capsized off Abu Town on July 20.
• At least nine people died and one person was found in cardiopulmonary arrest nationwide during the July 20–21 holiday following multiple water-related incidents.
• Accidents occurred at non-designated sites including Tozu Beach in Miura City, Kumozu River in Tsu City, Kōyō Seaside Park in Miyagi City and Sade River in Niigata Prefecture.
• Victims ranged from a 23-year-old man and a 19-year-old surfer to a 7-year-old boy, underlining dangers in unsupervised coastal and river areas.
• Authorities are calling for heightened public awareness campaigns and improved emergency coordination to prevent further holiday drownings.