Which prefectures were most affected by the heavy rainfall?

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Niigata, Ishikawa, and Yamagata Prefectures Faced Severe Rainfall and Evacuations

Torrential rains have significantly impacted northern Japan, leading to thousands of residents being ordered to evacuate and at least three individuals reported missing. The downpour caused widespread flooding of roads and rivers, prompting the highest level of disaster warnings in affected areas.
Niigata Prefecture Experienced Highest Rainfall Levels

Niigata prefecture recorded over 500 mm (19 inches) of rain within a 24-hour period up to 1:00 PM, leading authorities to issue the highest possible disaster warnings. Television footage showed flooded roads and cut-off bridges, with service suspended on a section of the Shinkansen superfast train line.
Thousands Ordered to Evacuate Across Three Prefectures

Approximately 500,000 people across Niigata, Ishikawa, and Yamagata prefectures were instructed to evacuate their homes due to the severe weather conditions. The Fire and Disaster Management Agency confirmed these evacuation orders, though no immediate fatalities were reported.
Industrial Operations Temporarily Halted

The heavy rainfall caused some industrial operations to be temporarily suspended. Renesas Electronics Corp halted operations at its Yamagata factory following a warning but has since largely resumed normal activities. Technoflex Corporation also suspended production at a Murakami factory due to a power outage and flooding, awaiting stabilization of the situation.

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