Key Points
- Heavy rainfall in Himi, Toyama Prefecture, triggered a landslide that caused the first floor of a residential home to collapse.
- The resident reported hearing unusual “rustling and scratching” sounds coming from the walls while she was inside the house.
- Acting on instinct, the resident and her husband evacuated the building; the roof and first floor collapsed just ten minutes later.
Full Transcript (English)
Host: This house was struck by a landslide, and the first floor has completely collapsed. The residents were able to evacuate and are reportedly safe.
Host: What was the situation like yesterday?
Resident: Yesterday morning, around 7:00 AM, I went inside to charge my smartphone because the charger is kept in the room with the Buddhist altar. While I was there, I heard this rustling, scratching sound coming from the side of the house. It made me feel uneasy, so I hurried outside. I didn’t think it would actually collapse, but I went out anyway. About 10 minutes later, the roof suddenly gave way. I am so relieved that my husband was able to get out in time as well.
