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Aug 4, 2017 Local News
Typhoon Noru #5 Expected to Affect Fukuoka
The fifth typhoon of 2017 is moving slowly towards Kyushu island. The storm has been active for over two weeks, which is a very long life for a storm and its barometric pressure is...
Aug 3, 2017 Local News
Asakura Triple Water Wheel Back up and Running
The Triple Water Wheel in Asakura City is in operation again after being stopped to clear out driftwood, earth, and sand that had been clogging up the area following July's extreme...
Jul 20, 2017 Local News
Heavy Downpours Caused by Intense Cumulonimbus Clouds
The Japanese Meteorological Agency revealed that the record levels of rain that fell in Fukuoka and Oita were caused by the formation of numerous...
Jul 20, 2017 Local News
Extreme Weather Conditions Result in Landslides at 300 Locations
The extent of the damage caused by recent torrential downpours in northern Kyushu is still being tallied. As many as 300 locations in mountainous areas of...
Jul 14, 2017 Local News
Heavy Rainfall Causes Damage to the Koishiwara Pottery Industry
The torrential downpours that hit Kyushu last week have had a major impact on Koishiwaratsuzumi in Toho, Asakura City, an area renowned for its production of pottery and ceramics. ...
Jul 7, 2017 Local News
Heavy Rainfall Continues – Update July 7
Record levels of rainfall across northern Kyushu have caused widespread damage and disruption. Heavy rainfall is expected to continue today (July 7), especially in Northern Kyushu....
Jul 6, 2017 Local News
Extreme Weather Conditions Affecting Northern Kyushu
Northern Kyushu is experiencing extreme weather conditions. Last night alone saw a number of locations coping with more than 100 ml of rainfall per hour. The Japan Meteorological A...
Jun 1, 2017 Local News
Drones Used To Fend Off Monkeys
Small drones emitting noises and red lights will be used in the Tanoura area of Oita to fend off monkeys who have been causing problems for local agriculture. Stuffed toy monkeys a...
May 24, 2017 Local News
Cracks Potentially Related To Landslides Found In Oita
Over 50 cracks were found in Bungo-ono City, Oita Prefecture, not only in rice fields but also on cement roads. The largest crack extends about 30 meters in length and 30 centimete...
May 19, 2017 Local News
Swimming Ban At Momochi Following Oil Spill Now Lifted
The swimming ban implemented due to the oil spill caused by a fire on a cargo ship off Hakata Bay last April has been lifted at Atagohama Marina Town Seaside Beach Park and Momochi...
