Seven Dead After Record Rainfall Triggers Floods in Japan's Ishikawa

Torrential rains cause widespread destruction and hamper recovery efforts in a region still reeling from a major earthquake earlier this year.

Heavy rains in Ishikawa Prefecture have led to severe flooding and landslides, resulting in seven confirmed deaths and several people missing.
The cities of Wajima and Suzu, already devastated by a 7.5-magnitude earthquake on New Year's Day, are among the hardest hit areas.
Over 540mm of rain fell in Wajima in just 72 hours, the highest recorded rainfall since data collection began.
Floodwaters have inundated temporary housing built for earthquake survivors, forcing many residents to evacuate again.
Rescue operations are ongoing, with military personnel and local authorities working to reach isolated communities and restore access to blocked areas.