社会｜関東・東海の梅雨明けが早かった理由 / Society | Reasons for the Early End of the Rainy Season in Kanto and Tokai Regions

Summary

In 2023, the rainy season in the Kanto and Tokai regions ended in June, marking the earliest end on record.

According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the average temperatures from June to August were exceptionally high, and following the end of the rainy season, there has been a continued lack of rainfall. This has led to severe water shortages in dams in the Tohoku and Kinki regions. Additionally, in Tokyo, the number of emergency transports due to heatstroke is rising at a pace that exceeds past records, resulting in “disaster-level” impacts. There are indications that this unusual summer may continue in the years to come.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Log: The recent weather has been really strange, hasn’t it? The rainy season ended in June, and they say that’s a record.
Chako: Really? What happens when the rainy season ends early?
Log: Well, in some areas, the dry spell after the rainy season has dragged on, and there isn’t enough water in the dams.
Chako: That sounds scary! It must be tough with no water.
Navi: Furthermore, in Tokyo, there has been an increase in emergency transports for heatstroke, which is related to the rising temperatures.
Chako: Wow, that’s concerning. Summer should be fun, but extreme heat makes it really tough!

Admin’s Note

I was truly surprised that this year’s rainy season ended in June. When unusual weather patterns persist, they start to affect our lives. In particular, the rise in heat-related illnesses is a serious issue, and we need to consider measures to address it. Charco’s reaction felt very natural, and it made me realize that we also need to be more aware of news like this. It really makes me think about how to spend the upcoming summer.