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NHK
a day ago
- Climate
- NHK
Japan's southern Kyushu braces for downpours caused by bands of rainclouds
Weather authorities are urging people in the southern part of southwestern Japan's Kyushu region to brace for torrential downpours. They say bands of heavy rainclouds may form over the area through late Monday. The Meteorological Agency notes that warm moist air is moving toward a seasonal rain front that is located south of Japan. It says that is making atmospheric conditions extremely unstable, mainly in western Japan. The agency also says that through late Monday bands of heavy rainclouds may form and cause torrential downpours, especially in Kagoshima Prefecture, which is located in the southern part of the Kyushu region. It notes that the Amami region is unlikely to be affected. The agency says heavy rain accompanied by localized thunder is also expected in the northern part of the Kyushu region. Over the next 24 hours through Tuesday morning 200 millimeters of rain is expected in the southern part of the Kyushu region, and 150 millimeters is expected in the northern part. The rain front is expected to gradually move north through Wednesday. It is then likely to remain over the western and eastern parts of Japan. In the 24 hours through Wednesday morning, 200 millimeters of rain could fall in northern Kyushu, and 120 millimeters could fall in both southern Kyushu and Yamaguchi Prefecture. Weather officials are calling on people to stay on high alert because there may be landslides, floods in low-lying areas, swollen rivers in some places, lightning strikes, gusty winds, and tornadoes.
The Herald
19-05-2025
- Climate
- The Herald
Disaster management teams ready to respond to weather conditions: KZN MEC
KwaZulu-Natal cooperative governance and traditional affairs MEC Rev Thulasizwe Buthelezi says disaster management teams are on high alert as bad weather is expected to affect parts of the country this week. According to the SA Weather Service, two cold fronts will bring challenging weather conditions to large parts of the country, with cooler temperatures anticipated. 'High-lying areas in KwaZulu-Natal may experience snowfall on Wednesday as a result,' said Buthelezi. In response to the forecasts, Buthelezi has placed disaster management teams on high alert. 'The teams are in communication with weather authorities and will continue to closely monitor the developing weather system. "The safety and well-being of our residents is our priority," said Buthelezi. "Our disaster management teams are prepared to respond effectively should any weather-related incidents occur." He encouraged residents to pay close attention to weather warnings and updates as they are issued by the relevant authorities. 'Taking proactive measures can significantly reduce the potential impact of the cold front.' TimesLIVE
