Chiba

Typhoon No. 26, a compact storm, is moving toward eastern Japan and could bring an end to Tokyo's longest recorded stretch of rainy days since statistics began. While the heaviest rain may be brief, Chiba and Kanagawa prefectures remain at risk of landslides, and residents are being urged to stay alert to disaster warnings as the system passes.

Firefighters in Chiba, Japan, are struggling to bring a solar panel facility fire under control as flooding at the site and the risk of electrocution are slowing their response. Responders cannot safely access or douse the burning panels while water and live electrical equipment combine, prolonging the operation.

The Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles are set to host the Chiba Lotte Marines, with Rakuten Mobile Park opening on schedule as planned. Veteran pitcher Masahiro Tanaka's teammate Maeda Kenshin is named the starter, and fans hoping for the game to go ahead are watching weather conditions closely around the ballpark.