Tokyo Issues Level 4 Flood Warning for Meguro River Amid Typhoon 6
The highest level of flood danger alert has been activated for the Meguro River, coinciding with simultaneous warnings for other waterways in the capital as severe weather impacts the region.
The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government issued a Level 4 flood danger warning for the Meguro River at 7:40 am on June 3, 2026. This alert, representing the highest level of flood risk, indicates that flooding is likely to occur in the near future. Authorities have confirmed evacuation information from local municipalities and are urging residents to take immediate protective action.
The warning for the Meguro River was issued alongside simultaneous Level 4 flood alerts for the Nogawa and Senkawa rivers in Tokyo. The coordinated response reflects the severity of Typhoon 6, which is currently affecting Japan and triggering widespread landslide and flood warnings across multiple prefectures. The JMA and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government are monitoring the situation closely as water levels continue to rise.
Local municipalities have confirmed evacuation protocols for residents in high-risk zones along these waterways. The authorities have stressed that individuals in dangerous locations must act immediately to ensure their safety. While specific instructions for those in immediate peril were partially truncated in initial reports, the overarching directive from local government bodies is to follow official evacuation orders without delay.
The flood warnings are part of a broader emergency response to Typhoon 6. Earlier in the day, the JMA issued a 'linear rainband imminent prediction' warning for southern Tokushima, Wakayama, and Mie prefectures. As the storm system moves, similar high-level alerts have been extended to landslide hazards in Chiba Prefecture, including Isesaki City and Ohtaki Town, highlighting the extensive reach of the weather event.
As of 8:06 am, news updates confirmed that evacuation information had been verified by local authorities. The risk of imminent flooding remains high, and residents are advised to remain vigilant and adhere to the directives issued by the JMA and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. The situation is developing rapidly, and further updates are expected as the typhoon continues to impact the region.
