The Kuma River rises with heavy rain in Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. Some rivers overflowed, and the landslides have caused damages in Kumamoto Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings about heavy rain in western Japan. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The Kuma River rises with heavy rain in Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. Some rivers overflowed, and the landslides have caused damages in Kumamoto Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings about heavy rain in western Japan. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The Kuma River rises with heavy rain in Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. Some rivers overflowed, and the landslides have caused damages in Kumamoto Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings about heavy rain in western Japan. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The Kuma River rises with heavy rain in Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. Some rivers overflowed, and the landslides have caused damages in Kumamoto Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings about heavy rain in western Japan. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The Kuma River rises with heavy rain in Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. Some rivers overflowed, and the landslides have caused damages in Kumamoto Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings about heavy rain in western Japan. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The Kuma River rises with heavy rain in Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. Some rivers overflowed, and the landslides have caused damages in Kumamoto Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings about heavy rain in western Japan. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The Kuma River rises with heavy rain in Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. Some rivers overflowed, and the landslides have caused damages in Kumamoto Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings about heavy rain in western Japan. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The Kuma River rises with heavy rain in Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. Some rivers overflowed, and the landslides have caused damages in Kumamoto Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings about heavy rain in western Japan. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

Sudden flash flood occurs due to heavy rain at a residential area in Uwajima City, Ehime Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings about heavy rains to some areas of western Japan. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

Sudden flash flood occurs due to heavy rain at a residential area in Uwajima City, Ehime Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings about heavy rains to some areas of western Japan. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows a landslide site due to a heavy rain at Ashikita Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows a landslide site due to a heavy rain at Ashikita Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows a landslide site due to a heavy rain at Ashikita Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows a landslide site due to a heavy rain at Ashikita Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows a landslide site due to a heavy rain at Ashikita Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows a landslide site due to a heavy rain at Ashikita Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows a landslide site due to a heavy rain at Ashikita Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows a landslide site due to a heavy rain at Ashikita Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows a landslide site due to a heavy rain at Ashikita Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Ashikita Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Ashikita Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Ashikita Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Yashiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain at Yashiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 16 people went into cardiopulmonary arrest, eight are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged special elderly nursing home "Senjuen" due to heavy rain at Kuma Village, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. According to the local government, 14 residents went into cardiopulmonary arrest at this nursing home, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged special elderly nursing home "Senjuen" due to heavy rain at Kuma Village, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. According to the local government, 14 residents went into cardiopulmonary arrest at this nursing home, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged special elderly nursing home "Senjuen" due to heavy rain at Kuma Village, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. According to the local government, 14 residents went into cardiopulmonary arrest at this nursing home, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged special elderly nursing home "Senjuen" due to heavy rain at Kuma Village, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. According to the local government, 14 residents went into cardiopulmonary arrest at this nursing home, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged special elderly nursing home "Senjuen" due to heavy rain at Kuma Village, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. According to the local government, 14 residents went into cardiopulmonary arrest at this nursing home, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows collapsed iron bridge due to the flood of heavy rain at Kuma Village, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows collapsed iron bridge due to the flood of heavy rain at Kuma Village, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows collapsed iron bridge due to the flood of heavy rain at Kuma Village, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to a heavy rain at Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

An aerial photo shows flood-damaged town due to a heavy rain at Kuma Village, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd have rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

Japan Self-Defence Force officials conduct a search operation at flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

Japan Self-Defence Force officials conduct a search operation at flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

Japan Self-Defence Force officials conduct a search operation at flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

Japan Self-Defence Force officials conduct a search operation at flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

Japan Self-Defence Force officials conduct a search operation at flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 3 people died, 14 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 20 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The alcoholic disinfectant is put at an evacuation site due to the new coronavirus COVID-19 infection in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The alcoholic disinfectant is put at an evacuation site due to the new coronavirus COVID-19 infection in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The alcoholic disinfectant is put at an evacuation site due to the new coronavirus COVID-19 infection in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The alcoholic disinfectant is put at an evacuation site due to the new coronavirus COVID-19 infection in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The alcoholic disinfectant is put at an evacuation site due to the new coronavirus COVID-19 infection in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The alcoholic disinfectant is put at an evacuation site due to the new coronavirus COVID-19 infection in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

The alcoholic disinfectant is put at an evacuation site due to the new coronavirus COVID-19 infection in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

A photo shows flood-damaged town due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, western Japan, on July 4, 2020. The Kuma River flooded, and the helicopters of the Self-Defence Forces and the Japan Coast Gurd rescued stranded local residents. The landslide and flooding were triggered by a heavy rain, and Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy rain emergency warning. According to the local government, at least 1 people died, 15 went into cardiopulmonary arrest, 9 are still missing, and two hundred thousand people have been given out directives on the evacuation. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )

Vehicles pass through a flooded road caused by heavy rain in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Some 75,000 people were ordered to evacuate in western Japan on July 4 as record heavy rain triggered floods and landslides, local media and officials said. The nation's weather agency issued the highest level of heavy rain warnings to Kumamoto and Kagoshima on Kyushu island. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

Rising water caused by heavy rain is seen at Kuma river in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Some 75,000 people were ordered to evacuate in western Japan on July 4 as record heavy rain triggered floods and landslides, local media and officials said. The nation's weather agency issued the highest level of heavy rain warnings to Kumamoto and Kagoshima on Kyushu island. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

A car passes through a flooded road caused by heavy rain in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Some 75,000 people were ordered to evacuate in western Japan on July 4 as record heavy rain triggered floods and landslides, local media and officials said. The nation's weather agency issued the highest level of heavy rain warnings to Kumamoto and Kagoshima on Kyushu island. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

Rising water caused by heavy rain is seen at Kuma river in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Some 75,000 people were ordered to evacuate in western Japan on July 4 as record heavy rain triggered floods and landslides, local media and officials said. The nation's weather agency issued the highest level of heavy rain warnings to Kumamoto and Kagoshima on Kyushu island. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

Rising water caused by heavy rain is seen at Kuma river in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Some 75,000 people were ordered to evacuate in western Japan on July 4 as record heavy rain triggered floods and landslides, local media and officials said. The nation's weather agency issued the highest level of heavy rain warnings to Kumamoto and Kagoshima on Kyushu island. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

A man looks at the overflowing kuma river caused by heavy rain in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Some 75,000 people were ordered to evacuate in western Japan on July 4 as record heavy rain triggered floods and landslides, local media and officials said. The nation's weather agency issued the highest level of heavy rain warnings to Kumamoto and Kagoshima on Kyushu island. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

Rising water caused by heavy rain is seen at Kuma river in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Some 75,000 people were ordered to evacuate in western Japan on July 4 as record heavy rain triggered floods and landslides, local media and officials said. The nation's weather agency issued the highest level of heavy rain warnings to Kumamoto and Kagoshima on Kyushu island. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

Rising water caused by heavy rain is seen at Kuma river in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Some 75,000 people were ordered to evacuate in western Japan on July 4 as record heavy rain triggered floods and landslides, local media and officials said. The nation's weather agency issued the highest level of heavy rain warnings to Kumamoto and Kagoshima on Kyushu island. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

A nursing house for the elderly is inundated due to heavy rain in Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Fourteen people were feared dead at a nursing home in western Japan on July 4 as record rainfall triggered massive floods and landslides, forcing authorities to issue evacuation advisories for more than 200,000 residents. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

A bridge is washed away after the Kuma river overflowed due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Fourteen people were feared dead at a nursing home in western Japan on July 4 as record rainfall triggered massive floods and landslides, forcing authorities to issue evacuation advisories for more than 200,000 residents. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

Buildings are inundated due to heavy rain in Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Fourteen people were feared dead at a nursing home in western Japan on July 4 as record rainfall triggered massive floods and landslides, forcing authorities to issue evacuation advisories for more than 200,000 residents. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

This picture shows inundated houses due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Fourteen people were feared dead at a nursing home in western Japan on July 4 as record rainfall triggered massive floods and landslides, forcing authorities to issue evacuation advisories for more than 200,000 residents. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

A house is washed away after a landslide due to heavy rain in Ashikita, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Fourteen people were feared dead at a nursing home in western Japan on July 4 as record rainfall triggered massive floods and landslides, forcing authorities to issue evacuation advisories for more than 200,000 residents. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

This picture shows inundated houses due to heavy rain in Hitoyoshi, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Fourteen people were feared dead at a nursing home in western Japan on July 4 as record rainfall triggered massive floods and landslides, forcing authorities to issue evacuation advisories for more than 200,000 residents. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

Fire fighters carry a person covered by a blue sheet at the site of a landslide caused by heavy rain in Ashikita, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Fourteen people were feared dead at a nursing home in western Japan on July 4 as record rainfall triggered massive floods and landslides, forcing authorities to issue evacuation advisories for more than 200,000 residents. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

Members of Japan's Self-Defence Forces work at the site of a landslide caused by heavy rain in Ashikita, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Fourteen people were feared dead at a nursing home in western Japan on July 4 as record rainfall triggered massive floods and landslides, forcing authorities to issue evacuation advisories for more than 200,000 residents. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

A person is rescued by a helicpter flying over a nursing home for the elderly after flooding caused by heavy rain in Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Fourteen people were feared dead at a nursing home in western Japan on July 4 as record rainfall triggered massive floods and landslides, forcing authorities to issue evacuation advisories for more than 200,000 residents. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

An aerial view shows flood-hit area in Hitoyoshi, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Fourteen people were feared dead at a nursing home in western Japan on July 4 as record rainfall triggered massive floods and landslides, forcing authorities to issue evacuation advisories for more than 200,000 residents. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

Firefighters carry a person covered by a blue sheet at the site of a landslide caused by heavy rain in Ashikita, Kumamoto prefecture on July 4, 2020. - Fourteen people were feared dead at a nursing home in western Japan on July 4 as record rainfall triggered massive floods and landslides, forcing authorities to issue evacuation advisories for more than 200,000 residents. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

Japan Self-Defense Forces and police officers handle an inflatable boat to join rescue operations at a nursing home following heavy rain in Kuma village, Kumamoto prefecture, on July 5, 2020. - Two people died and 16 others were feared dead, local media said after torrential rain in western Japan triggered massive floods and mudslides. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

Firefighters unload the relief supplies from a Japan Self-Defense Forces helicopter following heavy rain in Kuma village, Kumamoto prefecture, on July 5, 2020. - Two people died and 16 others were feared dead, local media said after torrential rain in western Japan triggered massive floods and mudslides. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT

A Japan Railways (JR) track is bent following heavy flooding in Kuma village, Kumamoto prefecture, on July 5, 2020. - Two people died and 16 others were feared dead, local media said after torrential rain in western Japan triggered massive floods and mudslides. (Photo by STR / JIJI PRESS / AFP) / Japan OUT