Chiba's Flooded Streets: A Test of Japan's Disaster Preparedness The torrential rains that battered Chiba prefecture in late August have left behind a trail of devastation.
Over 1,000 cars, trucks, and motorcycles are submerged in floodwaters, causing traffic congestion and obstructing emergency access routes.
Local authorities are urging the central government to send more tow trucks to speed up removal.