Tokyo – Heavy rains flooded some streets and stopped railways and air traffic Tokyo On Thursday, more storms were forecast.
According to the rainfall of that rain, twelve centimeters (4.7 inches) fell in the capital in just one hour. Japan Meteorological Bureau.
Air traffic control and other ground services Tokyo Haneda Airport stopped due to lightning, preventing the plane from taking off.
Railway operations are also temporarily suspended, including bullet trains and other lines in the area.
Passed through Tokyoheavy rains flooded the streets and some social media users reported seeing hail. According to Tokyo Electric Power Holdings, there are more than 7,000 homes Tokyo There is no power at some point. By late Thursday, most people had already recovered their power.
Authorities warned more thunderstorms overnight and urged residents to stay indoors, avoid unnecessary travel and monitor weather updates.
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This story has been updated Weather Agency arrive Japan Meteorological Bureaunot the Japan Meteorological Association.
