Historic Rains Flood Japan in Latest Sign of Climate Change

Post date: Sep 10, 2015 3:33:01 PM

Widespread flooding and landslides in north-east Japan have forced more than 90,000 people to abandon their homes.

In Japan, helicopter teams are rushing to rescue people from their rooftops as historic flooding has forced more than 90,000 people from their homes. At least 12 people have been injured, and one person is missing. Homes and cars have been swept away by the torrents of water. Researchers at the University of Tokyo have linked increased frequency of flooding to climate change, particularly in Asia.