Malaysians in Japan urged to avoid unnecessary travel amid Chiba floods
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysians in Japan have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel and remain vigilant as unprecedented rainfall triggered severe flooding and major transport disruptions across Chiba Prefecture and surrounding areas of the Kanto region.
The Malaysian Embassy in Tokyo has urged Malaysians residing in Japan to refrain from unnecessary travel and remain cautious due to severe flooding in Chiba Prefecture, near Tokyo. The unprecedented rainfall has caused significant disruptions to road and rail networks, leaving thousands stranded, including an estimated 7,000 passengers at Narita International Airport.
At least eight fatalities have been reported, and the Japan Meteorological Agency issued a Level 5 rain warning, the highest alert, affecting over one-third of municipalities in the region. Evacuation orders were issued for more than 400,000 people. Malaysians are advised to monitor local conditions closely, follow instructions from Japanese authorities, and refer to the Japan Meteorological Agency for the latest weather updates and advisories. In case of an emergency, they should contact the Malaysian Embassy in Tokyo via phone or email.
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