Synopsis

The devastating rains of 2018, which lashed western Japan, claimed 51 lives in the Mabi district of Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture. Tragically, many perished in their homes, drowned on the ground floor despite possessing a second story. The question remains: why were they unable to escape? Simulations of the floodwaters revealed an alarming rate of rise, exceeding initial projections, underscoring the critical need for prompt evacuation during heavy rain and flooding. Simultaneously, innovat